Sunrise Subwatershed Site 7-1
Key Takeaway
Sunrise Subwatershed Site 7-1 is classified as low hazard in Iowa. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 32 ft (taller than 58.4% in IA) |
| Dam Length | 0 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 26 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 16 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 2 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| NID ID | IA02812 |
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
Woodbury County SWCD
Local Government
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Low Hazard 32 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Sunrise Subwatershed Site 7-1?
Sunrise Subwatershed Site 7-1 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 Sunrise Subwatershed Site 7-1?
Sunrise Subwatershed Site 7-1 is owned by Woodbury County SWCD (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Sunrise Subwatershed Site 7-1?
Sunrise Subwatershed Site 7-1 serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond, Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Sunrise Subwatershed Site 7-1?
Sunrise Subwatershed Site 7-1 has a dam height of 32 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.