Rasmussen Dam
Key Takeaway
Rasmussen Dam is classified as low hazard in Iowa. It was completed in 2020 and is 6 years old. Its primary use is grade stabilization.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 33 ft (taller than 63.3% in IA) |
| Dam Length | 409 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 57 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 37 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 4 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 29 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2020 (6 years old) |
| NID ID | IA04354 |
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
DTL Farms
Private
Nearby Dams
Holm Dam
Madison, IA
Low Hazard 36 ftRocky Branch Creek, Site Mike Taylor Dam
Madison, IA
Low Hazard 34 ftMadison County Roadgrade Dam 4-74-29
Madison, IA
Low Hazard 33 ftRose Acre Farm Dam
Madison, IA
Low Hazard 22 ftCampbell/Jones/Milligan Dam
Madison, IA
Low Hazard 27 ftBrad Wiley Dam
Madison, IA
Low Hazard 32 ftHunter Dam
Madison, IA
Low Hazard 23 ftKirk Joy Dam
Union, IA
Low Hazard 25 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Rasmussen Dam?
Rasmussen 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 Rasmussen Dam?
Rasmussen Dam is owned by DTL Farms (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Rasmussen Dam built?
Rasmussen Dam was completed in 2020, making it 6 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 Rasmussen Dam?
Rasmussen Dam serves the following purposes: Grade Stabilization. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Rasmussen Dam?
Rasmussen Dam has a dam height of 33 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.