Reinert Dam
Key Takeaway
Reinert Dam is classified as low hazard in Iowa. It was completed in 1998 and is 28 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 41 ft (taller than 86.2% in IA) |
| Dam Length | 326 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 94 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 52 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 5 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1998 (28 years old) |
| NID ID | IA03276 |
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
Waunita Reinert
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Reinert Dam?
Reinert 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 Reinert Dam?
Reinert Dam is owned by Waunita Reinert (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Reinert Dam built?
Reinert Dam was completed in 1998, making it 28 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 Reinert Dam?
Reinert 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 Reinert Dam?
Reinert Dam has a dam height of 41 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 Reinert Dam last inspected?
Reinert Dam was last inspected on September 25, 2003. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.