Quastad Dam
Key Takeaway
Quastad Dam is classified as low hazard in Iowa. It was completed in 1975 and is 51 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 35 ft (taller than 70.9% in IA) |
| Dam Length | 220 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 64 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 53 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 5 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1975 (51 years old) |
| NID ID | IA01554 |
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
Donald Quastad
Private
Nearby Dams
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Quastad Dam?
Quastad 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 Quastad Dam?
Quastad Dam is owned by Donald Quastad (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Quastad Dam built?
Quastad Dam was completed in 1975, making it 51 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 Quastad Dam?
Quastad Dam serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond, Water Supply, Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Quastad Dam?
Quastad Dam has a dam height of 35 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.