Terrill/Garst Wetlands Dam
Key Takeaway
Terrill/Garst Wetlands Dam is classified as low hazard in Iowa. It was completed in 1988 and is 38 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 8 ft (taller than 0.7% in IA) |
| Dam Length | 4,810 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 59 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 0 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1988 (38 years old) |
| NID ID | IA02535 |
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
Darwin Terrill
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Terrill/Garst Wetlands Dam?
Terrill/Garst Wetlands 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 Terrill/Garst Wetlands Dam?
Terrill/Garst Wetlands Dam is owned by Darwin Terrill (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Terrill/Garst Wetlands Dam built?
Terrill/Garst Wetlands Dam was completed in 1988, making it 38 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 Terrill/Garst Wetlands Dam?
Terrill/Garst Wetlands 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 Terrill/Garst Wetlands Dam?
Terrill/Garst Wetlands Dam has a dam height of 8 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.