Newquist Grade Stabilization Structure

Trib to Buckeye Creek· Wapello, Iowa· Built 2011· Earth· 27 ft tall

Key Takeaway

Newquist Grade Stabilization Structure is classified as low hazard in Iowa. It was completed in 2011 and is 15 years old. Its primary use is grade stabilization.

Physical Details

Dam Height 27 ft (taller than 30.7% in IA)
Dam Length569 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage612 acre-ft
Normal Storage79 acre-ft
Surface Area21 acres
Drainage Area2 sq mi
Year Completed2011 (15 years old)
NID IDIA04091

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: IOWA DNR

Ownership

Ron Newquist & William Durflinger

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Newquist Grade Stabilization Structure?

Newquist Grade Stabilization Structure 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 Newquist Grade Stabilization Structure?

Newquist Grade Stabilization Structure is owned by Ron Newquist & William Durflinger (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Newquist Grade Stabilization Structure built?

Newquist Grade Stabilization Structure was completed in 2011, making it 15 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 Newquist Grade Stabilization Structure?

Newquist Grade Stabilization Structure serves the following purposes: Grade Stabilization, Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Newquist Grade Stabilization Structure?

Newquist Grade Stabilization Structure has a dam height of 27 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.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.