Walnut Creek Dam Site 2
Key Takeaway
Walnut Creek Dam Site 2 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 | 25 ft (taller than 19.3% in IA) |
| Dam Length | 397 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 158 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 80 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 12 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1995 (31 years old) |
| NID ID | IA03135 |
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
Blackhawk Land Partners
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Walnut Creek Dam Site 2?
Walnut Creek Dam Site 2 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 Walnut Creek Dam Site 2?
Walnut Creek Dam Site 2 is owned by Blackhawk Land Partners (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Walnut Creek Dam Site 2 built?
Walnut Creek Dam Site 2 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 Walnut Creek Dam Site 2?
Walnut Creek Dam Site 2 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 Walnut Creek Dam Site 2?
Walnut Creek Dam Site 2 has a dam height of 25 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.