Wilson Road Ford
Key Takeaway
Wilson Road Ford is classified as low hazard in Iowa. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 8 ft (taller than 0.7% in IA) |
| Dam Length | 110 ft |
| Max Storage | 81 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 0 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| NID ID | IA04037 |
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
Gene & Kurt Warner
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Wilson Road Ford?
Wilson Road Ford 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 Wilson Road Ford?
Wilson Road Ford is owned by Gene & Kurt Warner (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Wilson Road Ford?
Wilson Road Ford serves the following purposes: Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Wilson Road Ford?
Wilson Road Ford has a dam height of 8 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.