Union Hill Wpa Dam
Key Takeaway
Union Hill Wpa Dam is classified as low hazard in Iowa. It was completed in 1997 and is 29 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 8 ft (taller than 0.7% in IA) |
| Dam Length | 914 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 1.3K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 475 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 195 acres |
| Drainage Area | 3 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1997 (29 years old) |
| NID ID | IA03118 |
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
US Fish & Wildlife Service - Titonka
Federal Government
Nearby Dams
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Union Hill Wpa Dam?
Union Hill Wpa 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 Union Hill Wpa Dam?
Union Hill Wpa Dam is owned by US Fish & Wildlife Service - Titonka (Federal Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Union Hill Wpa Dam built?
Union Hill Wpa Dam was completed in 1997, making it 29 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 Hill Wpa Dam?
Union Hill Wpa Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Union Hill Wpa Dam?
Union Hill Wpa Dam has a dam height of 8 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.