Tug Creek Roadgrade - West Dam
Key Takeaway
Tug Creek Roadgrade - West Dam is classified as low hazard in Iowa. It was completed in 1990 and is 36 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 30 ft (taller than 48.2% in IA) |
| Dam Length | 1,535 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 900 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 298 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 46 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1990 (36 years old) |
| NID ID | IA02526 |
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
Van Buren County Board of Supervisors
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Tug Creek Roadgrade - West Dam?
Tug Creek Roadgrade - West 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 Tug Creek Roadgrade - West Dam?
Tug Creek Roadgrade - West Dam is owned by Van Buren County Board of Supervisors (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Tug Creek Roadgrade - West Dam built?
Tug Creek Roadgrade - West Dam was completed in 1990, making it 36 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 Tug Creek Roadgrade - West Dam?
Tug Creek Roadgrade - West Dam serves the following purposes: Other, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Tug Creek Roadgrade - West Dam?
Tug Creek Roadgrade - West Dam has a dam height of 30 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.