Wise Dam
Key Takeaway
Wise Dam is classified as low hazard in Iowa. It was completed in 1959 and is 67 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 25 ft (taller than 19.3% in IA) |
| Dam Length | 548 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 70 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 37 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 14 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1959 (67 years old) |
| NID ID | IA00924 |
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
LJ Wise
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Wise Dam?
Wise 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 Wise Dam?
Wise Dam is owned by LJ Wise (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Wise Dam built?
Wise Dam was completed in 1959, making it 67 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 Wise Dam?
Wise 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 Wise Dam?
Wise Dam has a dam height of 25 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 Wise Dam last inspected?
Wise Dam was last inspected on December 27, 1960. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.