Wm. Seymour Dam
Key Takeaway
Wm. Seymour Dam is classified as low hazard in Iowa. It was completed in 1981 and is 45 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 41 ft (taller than 86.2% in IA) |
| Dam Length | 408 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 37 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 21 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 3 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1981 (45 years old) |
| NID ID | IA02170 |
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
William Seymour
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Wm. Seymour Dam?
Wm. Seymour 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 Wm. Seymour Dam?
Wm. Seymour Dam is owned by William Seymour (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Wm. Seymour Dam built?
Wm. Seymour Dam was completed in 1981, making it 45 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 Wm. Seymour Dam?
Wm. Seymour 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 Wm. Seymour Dam?
Wm. Seymour Dam 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.