Swan Dam
Key Takeaway
Swan Dam is classified as low hazard in Iowa. It was completed in 2004 and is 22 years old. Its primary use is grade stabilization.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 22 ft (taller than 10.6% in IA) |
| Dam Length | 535 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 126 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 46 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 9 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 97 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2004 (22 years old) |
| NID ID | IA04046 |
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
Terry Swan
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Swan Dam?
Swan 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 Swan Dam?
Swan Dam is owned by Terry Swan (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Swan Dam built?
Swan Dam was completed in 2004, making it 22 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 Swan Dam?
Swan Dam serves the following purposes: Grade Stabilization, Fish And Wildlife Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Swan Dam?
Swan 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.