Sieren Dam
Key Takeaway
Sieren Dam is classified as low hazard in Iowa. It was completed in 1977 and is 49 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 23 ft (taller than 13.3% in IA) |
| Dam Length | 430 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 93 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 33 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 5 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1977 (49 years old) |
| NID ID | IA01865 |
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
Elmer Sieren
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Sieren Dam?
Sieren 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 Sieren Dam?
Sieren Dam is owned by Elmer Sieren (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Sieren Dam built?
Sieren Dam was completed in 1977, making it 49 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 Sieren Dam?
Sieren Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation, 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 Sieren Dam?
Sieren Dam has a dam height of 23 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 Sieren Dam last inspected?
Sieren Dam was last inspected on February 14, 1990. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.