Van Veldhuizen Dam
Key Takeaway
Van Veldhuizen Dam is classified as low hazard in Iowa. It was completed in 1996 and is 30 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 7 ft |
| Dam Length | 5,160 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 134 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 48 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 31 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1996 (30 years old) |
| NID ID | IA03324 |
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
Marvin VanVeldhuizen
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Van Veldhuizen Dam?
Van Veldhuizen 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 Veldhuizen Dam?
Van Veldhuizen Dam is owned by Marvin VanVeldhuizen (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Van Veldhuizen Dam built?
Van Veldhuizen Dam was completed in 1996, making it 30 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 Veldhuizen Dam?
Van Veldhuizen Dam serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Van Veldhuizen Dam?
Van Veldhuizen Dam has a dam height of 7 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.