Pleasant Dam
Key Takeaway
Pleasant Dam is classified as low hazard in Iowa. It was completed in 1969 and is 57 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 43 ft (taller than 89% in IA) |
| Dam Length | 494 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 210 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 144 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 12 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1969 (57 years old) |
| NID ID | IA00209 |
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
Ted Pleasant
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Pleasant Dam?
Pleasant 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 Pleasant Dam?
Pleasant Dam is owned by Ted Pleasant (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Pleasant Dam built?
Pleasant Dam was completed in 1969, making it 57 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 Pleasant Dam?
Pleasant 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 Pleasant Dam?
Pleasant Dam has a dam height of 43 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 Pleasant Dam last inspected?
Pleasant Dam was last inspected on May 12, 1977. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.