Wayne Co. Roadgrade Dam - Garber Site
Key Takeaway
Wayne Co. Roadgrade Dam - Garber Site is classified as low hazard in Iowa. It was completed in 1996 and is 30 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 49 ft (taller than 94.6% in IA) |
| Dam Length | 1,000 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 295 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 17 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 5 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1996 (30 years old) |
| NID ID | IA03058 |
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
Wayne County Board of Supervisors
Local Government
Nearby Dams
Wayne Co. Roadgrade Dam - Garber Site 2
Wayne, IA
Low Hazard 28 ftWayne Co. Roadgrade Dam 2-67-22
Wayne, IA
Low Hazard 34 ftWayne Co. Roadgrade Dam - Stokes Site
Wayne, IA
Low Hazard 30 ftWayne Co. Roadgrade Dam - Bellen Site
Wayne, IA
Low Hazard 38 ftWayne Co. Roadgrade Dam 21-67-22
Wayne, IA
Low Hazard 42 ftWayne Co. Roadgrade Dam - Clow Site
Wayne, IA
Low Hazard 34 ftSomerset South Dam
Mercer, MO
Low Hazard 26 ftKnapp Dam
Wayne, IA
Low Hazard 26 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Wayne Co. Roadgrade Dam - Garber Site?
Wayne Co. Roadgrade Dam - Garber Site 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 Wayne Co. Roadgrade Dam - Garber Site?
Wayne Co. Roadgrade Dam - Garber Site is owned by Wayne County Board of Supervisors (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Wayne Co. Roadgrade Dam - Garber Site built?
Wayne Co. Roadgrade Dam - Garber Site was completed in 1996, making it 30 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 Wayne Co. Roadgrade Dam - Garber Site?
Wayne Co. Roadgrade Dam - Garber Site serves the following purposes: Other, 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 Wayne Co. Roadgrade Dam - Garber Site?
Wayne Co. Roadgrade Dam - Garber Site has a dam height of 49 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.