Von Maur Dam
Key Takeaway
Von Maur Dam is classified as low hazard in Iowa. It was completed in 2012 and is 14 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 24 ft (taller than 15.8% in IA) |
| Dam Length | 250 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 104 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 54 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 6 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 2012 (14 years old) |
| NID ID | IA04095 |
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
James VonMaur
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Von Maur Dam?
Von Maur 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 Von Maur Dam?
Von Maur Dam is owned by James VonMaur (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Von Maur Dam built?
Von Maur Dam was completed in 2012, making it 14 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 Von Maur Dam?
Von Maur 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 Von Maur Dam?
Von Maur 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.