R&L/Mclaughlin Dam
Key Takeaway
R&L/Mclaughlin Dam is classified as low hazard in Iowa. It was completed in 2011 and is 15 years old.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 15 ft (taller than 4.4% in IA) |
| Dam Length | 750 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 72 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 19 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 9 acres |
| Drainage Area | 3 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 2011 (15 years old) |
| NID ID | IA04233 |
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
R&L Realty
Private
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What is the hazard classification of R&L/Mclaughlin Dam?
R&L/Mclaughlin 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 R&L/Mclaughlin Dam?
R&L/Mclaughlin Dam is owned by R&L Realty (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was R&L/Mclaughlin Dam built?
R&L/Mclaughlin Dam was completed in 2011, making it 15 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
How tall is R&L/Mclaughlin Dam?
R&L/Mclaughlin Dam has a dam height of 15 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.