Scott (Darwin) Dam
Key Takeaway
Scott (Darwin) Dam is classified as low hazard in Iowa. It was completed in 2013 and is 13 years old. Its primary use is grade stabilization.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 27 ft (taller than 30.7% in IA) |
| Dam Length | 460 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 27 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 13 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 3 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 102 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2013 (13 years old) |
| NID ID | IA04201 |
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
Darwin Scott
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Scott (Darwin) Dam?
Scott (Darwin) 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 Scott (Darwin) Dam?
Scott (Darwin) Dam is owned by Darwin Scott (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Scott (Darwin) Dam built?
Scott (Darwin) Dam was completed in 2013, making it 13 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 Scott (Darwin) Dam?
Scott (Darwin) Dam serves the following purposes: Grade Stabilization, Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Scott (Darwin) Dam?
Scott (Darwin) Dam has a dam height of 27 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.