Union County Roadgrade Dam 29-73-29
Key Takeaway
Union County Roadgrade Dam 29-73-29 is classified as low hazard in Iowa. It was completed in 1993 and is 33 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 39 ft (taller than 82.4% in IA) |
| Dam Length | 435 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 59 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 16 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 2 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1993 (33 years old) |
| NID ID | IA02666 |
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
Union County Board of Supervisors
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Union County Roadgrade Dam 29-73-29?
Union County Roadgrade Dam 29-73-29 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 Union County Roadgrade Dam 29-73-29?
Union County Roadgrade Dam 29-73-29 is owned by Union County Board of Supervisors (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Union County Roadgrade Dam 29-73-29 built?
Union County Roadgrade Dam 29-73-29 was completed in 1993, making it 33 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 Union County Roadgrade Dam 29-73-29?
Union County Roadgrade Dam 29-73-29 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 Union County Roadgrade Dam 29-73-29?
Union County Roadgrade Dam 29-73-29 has a dam height of 39 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.