Sloan Dam
Key Takeaway
Sloan Dam is classified as low hazard in Iowa. It was completed in 1975 and is 51 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 31 ft (taller than 53.8% in IA) |
| Dam Length | 270 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 48 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 30 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 3 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1975 (51 years old) |
| NID ID | IA01527 |
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
Harley Sloan
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Sloan Dam?
Sloan 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 Sloan Dam?
Sloan Dam is owned by Harley Sloan (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Sloan Dam built?
Sloan Dam was completed in 1975, making it 51 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 Sloan Dam?
Sloan Dam serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Sloan Dam?
Sloan Dam has a dam height of 31 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.