Bamboo Ridge Lake
Key Takeaway
Bamboo Ridge Lake is classified as high hazard in Iowa. It was completed in 2012 and is 14 years old. Its primary use is recreation. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 20 ft (taller than 7.5% in IA) |
| Dam Length | 1,030 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 285 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 94 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 15 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 3,450 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2012 (14 years old) |
| NID ID | IA04139 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
Lost Island Real Estate
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Bamboo Ridge Lake?
Bamboo Ridge Lake is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Bamboo Ridge Lake?
Bamboo Ridge Lake is owned by Lost Island Real Estate (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Bamboo Ridge Lake built?
Bamboo Ridge Lake was completed in 2012, making it 14 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 Bamboo Ridge Lake?
Bamboo Ridge Lake serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Bamboo Ridge Lake?
Bamboo Ridge Lake has a dam height of 20 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 Bamboo Ridge Lake last inspected?
Bamboo Ridge Lake was last inspected on July 28, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.