Sponsler Dam
Key Takeaway
Sponsler Dam is classified as low hazard in Iowa. It was completed in 2008 and is 18 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 22 ft (taller than 10.6% in IA) |
| Dam Length | 454 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 91 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 24 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 6 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2008 (18 years old) |
| NID ID | IA03598 |
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 Sponsler
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Sponsler Dam?
Sponsler 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 Sponsler Dam?
Sponsler Dam is owned by Harley Sponsler (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Sponsler Dam built?
Sponsler Dam was completed in 2008, making it 18 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 Sponsler Dam?
Sponsler 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 Sponsler Dam?
Sponsler Dam has a dam height of 22 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.