Ohnemus Farms Dam
Key Takeaway
Ohnemus Farms Dam is classified as low hazard in Iowa. It was completed in 1990 and is 36 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 29 ft (taller than 42.8% in IA) |
| Dam Length | 315 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 33 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 15 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 2 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1990 (36 years old) |
| NID ID | IA02668 |
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
Ohnemus Farms Inc
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Ohnemus Farms Dam?
Ohnemus Farms 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 Farms Dam?
Ohnemus Farms Dam is owned by Ohnemus Farms Inc (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Ohnemus Farms Dam built?
Ohnemus Farms Dam was completed in 1990, making it 36 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 Farms Dam?
Ohnemus Farms 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 Farms Dam?
Ohnemus Farms Dam has a dam height of 29 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.