West Wolf Creek Subwatershed Site 35
Key Takeaway
West Wolf Creek Subwatershed Site 35 is classified as low hazard in Iowa. It was completed in 1997 and is 29 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 41 ft (taller than 86.2% in IA) |
| Dam Length | 485 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 284 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 44 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 7 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1997 (29 years old) |
| NID ID | IA03160 |
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
David J Sparks
Private
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What is the hazard classification of West Wolf Creek Subwatershed Site 35?
West Wolf Creek Subwatershed Site 35 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 35?
West Wolf Creek Subwatershed Site 35 is owned by David J Sparks (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was West Wolf Creek Subwatershed Site 35 built?
West Wolf Creek Subwatershed Site 35 was completed in 1997, making it 29 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 35?
West Wolf Creek Subwatershed Site 35 serves the following purposes: 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 West Wolf Creek Subwatershed Site 35?
West Wolf Creek Subwatershed Site 35 has a dam height of 41 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.