Stephens Forest Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Stephens Forest Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in Iowa. It was completed in 1972 and is 54 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 33 ft (taller than 63.3% in IA) |
| Dam Length | 390 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 80 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 57 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 6 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1972 (54 years old) |
| NID ID | IA00593 |
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
Iowa Department of Natural Resources
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of Stephens Forest Pond Dam?
Stephens Forest Pond 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 Stephens Forest Pond Dam?
Stephens Forest Pond Dam is owned by Iowa Department of Natural Resources (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Stephens Forest Pond Dam built?
Stephens Forest Pond Dam was completed in 1972, making it 54 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 Stephens Forest Pond Dam?
Stephens Forest Pond Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Stephens Forest Pond Dam?
Stephens Forest Pond Dam has a dam height of 33 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 Stephens Forest Pond Dam last inspected?
Stephens Forest Pond Dam was last inspected on October 29, 2003. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.