Prairie Trail Development - South Dam
Key Takeaway
Prairie Trail Development - South Dam is classified as significant hazard in Iowa. It was completed in 2008 and is 18 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 | 31 ft (taller than 53.8% in IA) |
| Dam Length | 610 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 114 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 46 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 5 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2008 (18 years old) |
| NID ID | IA03904 |
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 & DRA Properties
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Prairie Trail Development - South Dam?
Prairie Trail Development - South Dam 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 Development - South Dam?
Prairie Trail Development - South Dam is owned by City of Ankeny & DRA Properties (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Prairie Trail Development - South Dam built?
Prairie Trail Development - South Dam was completed in 2008, making it 18 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 Development - South Dam?
Prairie Trail Development - South Dam serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction, 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 Prairie Trail Development - South Dam?
Prairie Trail Development - South Dam has a dam height of 31 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.