Roberts Creek Dam
Key Takeaway
Roberts Creek Dam is classified as low hazard in Iowa. It was completed in 1968 and is 58 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 60 ft (taller than 98.6% in IA) |
| Dam Length | 2,400 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 21.9K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 3.0K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 296 acres |
| Drainage Area | 13 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1968 (58 years old) |
| NID ID | IA00655 |
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
Marion County Board of Supervisors
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Roberts Creek Dam?
Roberts Creek 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 Roberts Creek Dam?
Roberts Creek Dam is owned by Marion County Board of Supervisors (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Roberts Creek Dam built?
Roberts Creek Dam was completed in 1968, making it 58 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 Roberts Creek Dam?
Roberts Creek Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation, Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Roberts Creek Dam?
Roberts Creek Dam has a dam height of 60 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 Roberts Creek Dam last inspected?
Roberts Creek Dam was last inspected on May 18, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.