Van Sickle Dam
Key Takeaway
Van Sickle Dam 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 | 40 ft (taller than 84% in IA) |
| Dam Length | 365 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 253 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 69 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 8 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1995 (31 years old) |
| NID ID | IA02912 |
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
Tom E VanSickle
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Van Sickle Dam?
Van Sickle 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 Van Sickle Dam?
Van Sickle Dam is owned by Tom E VanSickle (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Van Sickle Dam built?
Van Sickle Dam 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 Van Sickle Dam?
Van Sickle 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 Van Sickle Dam?
Van Sickle Dam has a dam height of 40 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.