Rose Acre Farm Dam
Key Takeaway
Rose Acre Farm Dam is classified as low hazard in Iowa. It was completed in 2005 and is 21 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 22 ft (taller than 10.6% in IA) |
| Dam Length | 643 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 94 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 12 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 4 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2005 (21 years old) |
| NID ID | IA03721 |
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
Rose Acre Farm
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Rose Acre Farm Dam?
Rose Acre Farm 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 Rose Acre Farm Dam?
Rose Acre Farm Dam is owned by Rose Acre Farm (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Rose Acre Farm Dam built?
Rose Acre Farm Dam was completed in 2005, making it 21 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 Rose Acre Farm Dam?
Rose Acre Farm 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 Rose Acre Farm Dam?
Rose Acre Farm Dam has a dam height of 22 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.