Troublesome Creek Watershed Site 78-4
Key Takeaway
Troublesome Creek Watershed Site 78-4 is classified as low hazard in Iowa. It was completed in 1999 and is 27 years old. Its primary use is grade stabilization.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 35 ft (taller than 70.9% in IA) |
| Dam Length | 550 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 91 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 40 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 6 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1999 (27 years old) |
| NID ID | IA03444 |
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
Cass County SWCD
Local Government
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Low Hazard 35 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Troublesome Creek Watershed Site 78-4?
Troublesome Creek Watershed Site 78-4 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 Troublesome Creek Watershed Site 78-4?
Troublesome Creek Watershed Site 78-4 is owned by Cass County SWCD (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Troublesome Creek Watershed Site 78-4 built?
Troublesome Creek Watershed Site 78-4 was completed in 1999, making it 27 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 Troublesome Creek Watershed Site 78-4?
Troublesome Creek Watershed Site 78-4 serves the following purposes: Grade Stabilization, Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Troublesome Creek Watershed Site 78-4?
Troublesome Creek Watershed Site 78-4 has a dam height of 35 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.