Thirty-Fifth Street Dam
Key Takeaway
Thirty-Fifth Street Dam is classified as significant hazard in Iowa. It was completed in 1992 and is 34 years old. Its primary use is other. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 23 ft (taller than 13.3% in IA) |
| Dam Length | 530 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 95 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 25 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 5 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1992 (34 years old) |
| NID ID | IA02856 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
City of West Des Moines
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Thirty-Fifth Street Dam?
Thirty-Fifth Street Dam is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Thirty-Fifth Street Dam?
Thirty-Fifth Street Dam is owned by City of West Des Moines (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Thirty-Fifth Street Dam built?
Thirty-Fifth Street Dam was completed in 1992, making it 34 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 Thirty-Fifth Street Dam?
Thirty-Fifth Street Dam serves the following purposes: Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Thirty-Fifth Street Dam?
Thirty-Fifth Street Dam has a dam height of 23 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 Thirty-Fifth Street Dam last inspected?
Thirty-Fifth Street Dam was last inspected on November 29, 2005. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.