Seymour Reservoir Dam
Key Takeaway
Seymour Reservoir Dam is classified as low hazard in Iowa. It was completed in 1908 and is 118 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 24 ft (taller than 15.8% in IA) |
| Dam Length | 890 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 258 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 110 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 25 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1908 (118 years old) |
| NID ID | IA01385 |
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
City of Seymour
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Seymour Reservoir Dam?
Seymour Reservoir 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 Seymour Reservoir Dam?
Seymour Reservoir Dam is owned by City of Seymour (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Seymour Reservoir Dam built?
Seymour Reservoir Dam was completed in 1908, making it 118 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 Seymour Reservoir Dam?
Seymour Reservoir 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 Seymour Reservoir Dam?
Seymour Reservoir Dam 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.
When was Seymour Reservoir Dam last inspected?
Seymour Reservoir Dam was last inspected on June 6, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.