Ohnemus Dam
Key Takeaway
Ohnemus Dam is classified as low hazard in Iowa. It was completed in 1965 and is 61 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 25 ft (taller than 19.3% in IA) |
| Dam Length | 280 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 55 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 24 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 3 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1965 (61 years old) |
| NID ID | IA02695 |
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
Delbert Ohnemus
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Ohnemus Dam?
Ohnemus 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 Ohnemus Dam?
Ohnemus Dam is owned by Delbert Ohnemus (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Ohnemus Dam built?
Ohnemus Dam was completed in 1965, making it 61 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 Ohnemus Dam?
Ohnemus Dam serves the following purposes: 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 Ohnemus Dam?
Ohnemus Dam has a dam height of 25 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.