Red Rock Dam, also known as Red Rock Remedial Works Avon Station, is a federal-owned structure located in Polk County, Iowa.
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Completed in 1967, this gravity dam stands at a height of 13 feet and spans a length of 11,064 feet along the Des Moines River. Its primary purpose is flood risk reduction, with the US Army Corps of Engineers responsible for its ownership, funding, design, regulation, inspection, and operation.
With a high hazard potential, Red Rock Dam faces the constant threat of severe weather events that could overwhelm its capacity to store water. To manage flood risks associated with the dam, the US Army Corps of Engineers implements ongoing risk management measures, including monitoring the dam's condition, prioritizing risk-reducing activities, and collaborating with local emergency managers to raise public awareness and support emergency preparedness. Regular maintenance and repairs are conducted to ensure the dam's structural integrity and functionality. Additional details on specific risk management strategies for Red Rock Dam will be provided in the future.
Year Completed |
1967 |
Dam Length |
11064 |
Dam Height |
13 |
River Or Stream |
DES MOINES |
Primary Dam Type |
Gravity |
Hydraulic Height |
10 |
Structural Height |
13 |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Nid Height |
13 |
Fourmile Creek At Des Moines
|
22cfs |
Des Moines River Blw Raccoon Riv At Des Moines
|
1010cfs |
Middle River Near Indianola
|
48cfs |
Raccoon River At Fleur Drive
|
1200cfs |
Des Moines River At 2nd Avenue
|
418cfs |
North River Near Norwalk
|
48cfs |