Nagel Dam
Key Takeaway
Nagel Dam is classified as low hazard in Iowa. It was completed in 2015 and is 11 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 22 ft (taller than 10.6% in IA) |
| Dam Length | 12 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 73 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 29 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 11 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 2015 (11 years old) |
| NID ID | IA04237 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
Kevin Nagel
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Nagel Dam?
Nagel Dam is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Nagel Dam?
Nagel Dam is owned by Kevin Nagel (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Nagel Dam built?
Nagel Dam was completed in 2015, making it 11 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
What is the primary purpose of Nagel Dam?
Nagel Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Nagel Dam?
Nagel Dam has a dam height of 22 ft. Dam height is measured from the natural streambed at the downstream toe to the top of the dam, and may differ from the visible height.