Niacc Dam
Key Takeaway
Niacc Dam is classified as low hazard in Iowa. It was completed in 1973 and is 53 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 24 ft (taller than 15.8% in IA) |
| Dam Length | 325 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 65 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 28 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 4 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1973 (53 years old) |
| NID ID | IA01479 |
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
North Iowa Area Community College
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of Niacc Dam?
Niacc 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 Niacc Dam?
Niacc Dam is owned by North Iowa Area Community College (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Niacc Dam built?
Niacc Dam was completed in 1973, making it 53 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 Niacc Dam?
Niacc Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation, Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Niacc Dam?
Niacc Dam has a dam height of 24 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.