Vittetoe/Willcockson Dam
Key Takeaway
Vittetoe/Willcockson Dam is classified as low hazard in Iowa. It was completed in 1959 and is 67 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 27 ft (taller than 30.7% in IA) |
| Dam Length | 452 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 55 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 33 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 4 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1959 (67 years old) |
| NID ID | IA00568 |
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
Vittetoe & Willcockson
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Vittetoe/Willcockson Dam?
Vittetoe/Willcockson 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 Vittetoe/Willcockson Dam?
Vittetoe/Willcockson Dam is owned by Vittetoe & Willcockson (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Vittetoe/Willcockson Dam built?
Vittetoe/Willcockson Dam was completed in 1959, making it 67 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 Vittetoe/Willcockson Dam?
Vittetoe/Willcockson 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 Vittetoe/Willcockson Dam?
Vittetoe/Willcockson Dam has a dam height of 27 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.
When was Vittetoe/Willcockson Dam last inspected?
Vittetoe/Willcockson Dam was last inspected on December 15, 1967. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.