Upper Locust Creek Watershed Site L-23
Key Takeaway
Upper Locust Creek Watershed Site L-23 is classified as low hazard in Iowa. It was completed in 1995 and is 31 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 22 ft (taller than 10.6% in IA) |
| Dam Length | 406 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 52 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 15 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 3 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1995 (31 years old) |
| NID ID | IA02953 |
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
Upper Locust Creek Watershed Board
Local Government
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Low Hazard 22 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Upper Locust Creek Watershed Site L-23?
Upper Locust Creek Watershed Site L-23 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 Upper Locust Creek Watershed Site L-23?
Upper Locust Creek Watershed Site L-23 is owned by Upper Locust Creek Watershed Board (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Upper Locust Creek Watershed Site L-23 built?
Upper Locust Creek Watershed Site L-23 was completed in 1995, making it 31 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 Upper Locust Creek Watershed Site L-23?
Upper Locust Creek Watershed Site L-23 serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond, Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Upper Locust Creek Watershed Site L-23?
Upper Locust Creek Watershed Site L-23 has a dam height of 22 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.