Prairie Trail - Cp5
Key Takeaway
Prairie Trail - Cp5 is classified as significant hazard in Iowa. It was completed in 2014 and is 12 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 24 ft (taller than 15.8% in IA) |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 61 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 19 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 2 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,070 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2014 (12 years old) |
| NID ID | IA04211 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
City of Ankeny
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Prairie Trail - Cp5?
Prairie Trail - Cp5 is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Prairie Trail - Cp5?
Prairie Trail - Cp5 is owned by City of Ankeny (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Prairie Trail - Cp5 built?
Prairie Trail - Cp5 was completed in 2014, making it 12 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 Prairie Trail - Cp5?
Prairie Trail - Cp5 serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Prairie Trail - Cp5?
Prairie Trail - Cp5 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.