Waterhouse Wetalnd Dam
Key Takeaway
Waterhouse Wetalnd Dam is classified as low hazard in Iowa. It was completed in 2003 and is 23 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 10 ft (taller than 2.1% in IA) |
| Dam Length | 2,125 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 77 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 25 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 17 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2003 (23 years old) |
| NID ID | IA03875 |
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
Jim Waterhouse
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Waterhouse Wetalnd Dam?
Waterhouse Wetalnd 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 Waterhouse Wetalnd Dam?
Waterhouse Wetalnd Dam is owned by Jim Waterhouse (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Waterhouse Wetalnd Dam built?
Waterhouse Wetalnd Dam was completed in 2003, making it 23 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 Waterhouse Wetalnd Dam?
Waterhouse Wetalnd 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 Waterhouse Wetalnd Dam?
Waterhouse Wetalnd Dam has a dam height of 10 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.