St. Thomas More Silt Dam
Key Takeaway
St. Thomas More Silt Dam is classified as low hazard in Iowa. It was completed in 1995 and is 31 years old. Its primary use is debris control.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 35 ft (taller than 70.9% in IA) |
| Dam Length | 305 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 110 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 51 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 6 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1995 (31 years old) |
| NID ID | IA03127 |
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
Lake Panorama Recreation Association
Private
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What is the hazard classification of St. Thomas More Silt Dam?
St. Thomas More Silt 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 St. Thomas More Silt Dam?
St. Thomas More Silt Dam is owned by Lake Panorama Recreation Association (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was St. Thomas More Silt Dam built?
St. Thomas More Silt Dam was completed in 1995, making it 31 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 St. Thomas More Silt Dam?
St. Thomas More Silt Dam serves the following purposes: Debris Control. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is St. Thomas More Silt Dam?
St. Thomas More Silt Dam has a dam height of 35 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.