Waubonsie Cr. Watershed Site 39
Key Takeaway
Waubonsie Cr. Watershed Site 39 is classified as low hazard in Iowa. It was completed in 1983 and is 43 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 40 ft (taller than 84% in IA) |
| Dam Length | 800 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 205 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 66 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 9 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1983 (43 years old) |
| NID ID | IA02221 |
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
Mills County SWCD
Local Government
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Low Hazard 25 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Waubonsie Cr. Watershed Site 39?
Waubonsie Cr. Watershed Site 39 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 Waubonsie Cr. Watershed Site 39?
Waubonsie Cr. Watershed Site 39 is owned by Mills County SWCD (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Waubonsie Cr. Watershed Site 39 built?
Waubonsie Cr. Watershed Site 39 was completed in 1983, making it 43 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 Waubonsie Cr. Watershed Site 39?
Waubonsie Cr. Watershed Site 39 serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond, Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Waubonsie Cr. Watershed Site 39?
Waubonsie Cr. Watershed Site 39 has a dam height of 40 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.