Tweedy Farms Dam
Key Takeaway
Tweedy Farms Dam is classified as low hazard in Iowa. It was completed in 1994 and is 32 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 27 ft (taller than 30.7% in IA) |
| Dam Length | 372 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 58 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 34 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 5 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1994 (32 years old) |
| NID ID | IA02849 |
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
Tweedy Farms Inc
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Tweedy Farms Dam?
Tweedy Farms 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 Tweedy Farms Dam?
Tweedy Farms Dam is owned by Tweedy Farms Inc (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Tweedy Farms Dam built?
Tweedy Farms Dam was completed in 1994, making it 32 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 Tweedy Farms Dam?
Tweedy Farms Dam serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Tweedy Farms Dam?
Tweedy Farms Dam has a dam height of 27 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 Tweedy Farms Dam last inspected?
Tweedy Farms Dam was last inspected on November 9, 1994. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.