Sharp Dam
Key Takeaway
Sharp Dam is classified as low hazard in Iowa. It was completed in 1945 and is 81 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 28 ft (taller than 36.9% in IA) |
| Dam Length | 350 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 24 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 15 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 2 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1945 (81 years old) |
| NID ID | IA01390 |
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
AJ Sharp
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Sharp Dam?
Sharp 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 Sharp Dam?
Sharp Dam is owned by AJ Sharp (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Sharp Dam built?
Sharp Dam was completed in 1945, making it 81 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 Sharp Dam?
Sharp 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 Sharp Dam?
Sharp Dam has a dam height of 28 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 Sharp Dam last inspected?
Sharp Dam was last inspected on June 27, 1978. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.