Wildwood Hill Dam
Key Takeaway
Wildwood Hill Dam is classified as low hazard in Iowa. It was completed in 1961 and is 65 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 26 ft (taller than 24.7% in IA) |
| Dam Length | 400 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 114 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 57 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 7 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1961 (65 years old) |
| NID ID | IA00633 |
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
Wildwood Hills Inc
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Wildwood Hill Dam?
Wildwood Hill Dam 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 Wildwood Hill Dam?
Wildwood Hill Dam is owned by Wildwood Hills Inc (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Wildwood Hill Dam built?
Wildwood Hill Dam was completed in 1961, making it 65 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 Wildwood Hill Dam?
Wildwood Hill Dam 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 Wildwood Hill Dam?
Wildwood Hill Dam has a dam height of 26 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.