Redfield Dam
Key Takeaway
Redfield Dam is classified as low hazard in Iowa. It was completed in 1913 and is 113 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 9 ft (taller than 1.7% in IA) |
| Dam Length | 110 ft |
| Dam Type | Gravity |
| Max Storage | 102 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 102 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 20 acres |
| Drainage Area | 609 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1913 (113 years old) |
| NID ID | IA01932 |
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
City of Redfield
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Redfield Dam?
Redfield 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 Redfield Dam?
Redfield Dam is owned by City of Redfield (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Redfield Dam built?
Redfield Dam was completed in 1913, making it 113 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 Redfield Dam?
Redfield Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Redfield Dam?
Redfield Dam has a dam height of 9 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.
When was Redfield Dam last inspected?
Redfield Dam was last inspected on June 3, 1999. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.