Reed Subwatershed Site 1-1
Key Takeaway
Reed Subwatershed Site 1-1 is classified as low hazard in Iowa. It was completed in 1990 and is 36 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 33 ft (taller than 63.3% in IA) |
| Dam Length | 598 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 109 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 46 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 7 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1990 (36 years old) |
| NID ID | IA02657 |
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
Monona County SWCD
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Reed Subwatershed Site 1-1?
Reed Subwatershed Site 1-1 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 Reed Subwatershed Site 1-1?
Reed Subwatershed Site 1-1 is owned by Monona County SWCD (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Reed Subwatershed Site 1-1 built?
Reed Subwatershed Site 1-1 was completed in 1990, making it 36 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 Reed Subwatershed Site 1-1?
Reed Subwatershed Site 1-1 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 Reed Subwatershed Site 1-1?
Reed Subwatershed Site 1-1 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.
When was Reed Subwatershed Site 1-1 last inspected?
Reed Subwatershed Site 1-1 was last inspected on August 19, 1993. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.