West Wolf Creek Subwatershed Site 30a
Key Takeaway
West Wolf Creek Subwatershed Site 30a 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 | 31 ft (taller than 53.8% in IA) |
| Dam Length | 710 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 163 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 46 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 9 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1995 (31 years old) |
| NID ID | IA03012 |
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
Woodbury County SWCD
Local Government
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Low Hazard 40 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of West Wolf Creek Subwatershed Site 30a?
West Wolf Creek Subwatershed Site 30a 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 West Wolf Creek Subwatershed Site 30a?
West Wolf Creek Subwatershed Site 30a is owned by Woodbury County SWCD (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was West Wolf Creek Subwatershed Site 30a built?
West Wolf Creek Subwatershed Site 30a 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 West Wolf Creek Subwatershed Site 30a?
West Wolf Creek Subwatershed Site 30a serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond, Other, 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 Wolf Creek Subwatershed Site 30a?
West Wolf Creek Subwatershed Site 30a has a dam height of 31 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.