Utt Dam
Key Takeaway
Utt Dam is classified as low hazard in Iowa. It was completed in 2002 and is 24 years old. Its primary use is grade stabilization.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 24 ft (taller than 15.8% in IA) |
| Dam Length | 294 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 61 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 24 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 4 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2002 (24 years old) |
| NID ID | IA03464 |
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
Gary Utt
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Utt Dam?
Utt 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 Utt Dam?
Utt Dam is owned by Gary Utt (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Utt Dam built?
Utt Dam was completed in 2002, making it 24 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 Utt Dam?
Utt Dam serves the following purposes: Grade Stabilization. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Utt Dam?
Utt Dam has a dam height of 24 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.