Swine Graphics #1
Key Takeaway
Swine Graphics #1 is classified as low hazard in Iowa. It was completed in 2000 and is 26 years old. Its primary use is water supply.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 44 ft (taller than 90.4% in IA) |
| Dam Length | 520 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 121 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 70 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 7 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2000 (26 years old) |
| NID ID | IA03600 |
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
Swine Graphics Enterprises Inc
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Swine Graphics #1?
Swine Graphics #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 Swine Graphics #1?
Swine Graphics #1 is owned by Swine Graphics Enterprises Inc (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Swine Graphics #1 built?
Swine Graphics #1 was completed in 2000, making it 26 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 Swine Graphics #1?
Swine Graphics #1 serves the following purposes: Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Swine Graphics #1?
Swine Graphics #1 has a dam height of 44 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.