Ron Pickard Road Structure
Key Takeaway
Ron Pickard Road Structure is classified as low hazard in Iowa. It was completed in 2009 and is 17 years old. Its primary use is grade stabilization.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 24 ft (taller than 15.8% in IA) |
| Dam Length | 518 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 118 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 48 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 8 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2009 (17 years old) |
| NID ID | IA03941 |
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
Jefferson County
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Ron Pickard Road Structure?
Ron Pickard Road Structure 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 Ron Pickard Road Structure?
Ron Pickard Road Structure is owned by Jefferson County (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Ron Pickard Road Structure built?
Ron Pickard Road Structure was completed in 2009, making it 17 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 Ron Pickard Road Structure?
Ron Pickard Road Structure serves the following purposes: Grade Stabilization. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Ron Pickard Road Structure?
Ron Pickard Road Structure has a dam height of 24 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.