Saylorville Wildlife Area Dam
Key Takeaway
Saylorville Wildlife Area Dam is classified as low hazard in Iowa. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 34 ft (taller than 67.4% in IA) |
| Dam Length | 350 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 82 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 47 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 4 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| NID ID | IA04221 |
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
Iowa Department of Natural Resources
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of Saylorville Wildlife Area Dam?
Saylorville Wildlife Area 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 Saylorville Wildlife Area Dam?
Saylorville Wildlife Area Dam is owned by Iowa Department of Natural Resources (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Saylorville Wildlife Area Dam?
Saylorville Wildlife Area Dam serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Saylorville Wildlife Area Dam?
Saylorville Wildlife Area Dam has a dam height of 34 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 Saylorville Wildlife Area Dam last inspected?
Saylorville Wildlife Area Dam was last inspected on June 8, 1990. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.