Rastetter Dam
Key Takeaway
Rastetter Dam is classified as low hazard in Iowa. It was completed in 1997 and is 29 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 17 ft (taller than 5.1% in IA) |
| Dam Length | 442 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 110 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 25 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 7 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1997 (29 years old) |
| NID ID | IA03076 |
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
Bruce Rastetter
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Rastetter Dam?
Rastetter 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 Rastetter Dam?
Rastetter Dam is owned by Bruce Rastetter (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Rastetter Dam built?
Rastetter Dam was completed in 1997, making it 29 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 Rastetter Dam?
Rastetter 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 Rastetter Dam?
Rastetter Dam has a dam height of 17 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.