Bobwhite Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Bobwhite Lake Dam is classified as significant hazard in Iowa. It was completed in 1900 and is 126 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 27 ft (taller than 30.7% in IA) |
| Dam Length | 630 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 1.8K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 800 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 104 acres |
| Drainage Area | 6 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1900 (126 years old) |
| Year Modified | 1956 |
| NID ID | IA01384 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
Iowa Department of Natural Resources
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of Bobwhite Lake Dam?
Bobwhite Lake Dam is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Bobwhite Lake Dam?
Bobwhite Lake Dam is owned by Iowa Department of Natural Resources (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Bobwhite Lake Dam built?
Bobwhite Lake Dam was completed in 1900, making it 126 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 Bobwhite Lake Dam?
Bobwhite Lake Dam 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 Bobwhite Lake Dam?
Bobwhite Lake Dam has a dam height of 27 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 Bobwhite Lake Dam last inspected?
Bobwhite Lake Dam was last inspected on June 5, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.