Northfork Recreational Territories Dam
Key Takeaway
Northfork Recreational Territories Dam is classified as low hazard in Iowa. It was completed in 1995 and is 31 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 12 ft (taller than 3.1% in IA) |
| Dam Length | 1,380 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 73 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 40 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 10 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1995 (31 years old) |
| NID ID | IA02908 |
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
Northfork Recreational Territories
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Northfork Recreational Territories Dam?
Northfork Recreational Territories 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 Northfork Recreational Territories Dam?
Northfork Recreational Territories Dam is owned by Northfork Recreational Territories (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Northfork Recreational Territories Dam built?
Northfork Recreational Territories Dam was completed in 1995, making it 31 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 Northfork Recreational Territories Dam?
Northfork Recreational Territories Dam serves the following purposes: Other, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Northfork Recreational Territories Dam?
Northfork Recreational Territories Dam has a dam height of 12 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.
When was Northfork Recreational Territories Dam last inspected?
Northfork Recreational Territories Dam was last inspected on September 12, 1995. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.