Ruepke Dam
Key Takeaway
Ruepke Dam is classified as low hazard in Iowa. It was completed in 1994 and is 32 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 13 ft (taller than 3.8% in IA) |
| Dam Length | 5,150 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 154 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 23 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 23 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1994 (32 years old) |
| NID ID | IA02872 |
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
Larry Ruepke
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Ruepke Dam?
Ruepke 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 Ruepke Dam?
Ruepke Dam is owned by Larry Ruepke (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Ruepke Dam built?
Ruepke Dam was completed in 1994, making it 32 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 Ruepke Dam?
Ruepke Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Ruepke Dam?
Ruepke Dam has a dam height of 13 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.