West 32nd St Stormwater - Upper Dam
Key Takeaway
West 32nd St Stormwater - Upper Dam is classified as significant hazard in Iowa. It was completed in 2009 and is 17 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 23 ft (taller than 13.3% in IA) |
| Dam Length | 392 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 63 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 11 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 2 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2009 (17 years old) |
| NID ID | IA03906 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
City of Dubuque
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of West 32nd St Stormwater - Upper Dam?
West 32nd St Stormwater - Upper Dam is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates West 32nd St Stormwater - Upper Dam?
West 32nd St Stormwater - Upper Dam is owned by City of Dubuque (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was West 32nd St Stormwater - Upper Dam built?
West 32nd St Stormwater - Upper Dam was completed in 2009, making it 17 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 West 32nd St Stormwater - Upper Dam?
West 32nd St Stormwater - Upper Dam serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is West 32nd St Stormwater - Upper Dam?
West 32nd St Stormwater - Upper Dam has a dam height of 23 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.
When was West 32nd St Stormwater - Upper Dam last inspected?
West 32nd St Stormwater - Upper Dam was last inspected on June 16, 2009. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.