Brown Deer Golf Course Dam

TR-MUDDY CREEK· Johnson, Iowa· Built 1970· Earth· 46 ft tall
Significant Hazard Recreation Local Government

Key Takeaway

Brown Deer Golf Course Dam is classified as significant hazard in Iowa. It was completed in 1970 and is 56 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Height 46 ft (taller than 92.5% in IA)
Dam Length830 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage298 acre-ft
Normal Storage123 acre-ft
Surface Area10 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge0 cfs
Year Completed1970 (56 years old)
Year Modified2004
NID IDIA01330

Safety Information

Significant Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: June 30, 2020
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: IOWA DNR

Ownership

City of Coralville

Local Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Brown Deer Golf Course Dam?

Brown Deer Golf Course 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 Brown Deer Golf Course Dam?

Brown Deer Golf Course Dam is owned by City of Coralville (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Brown Deer Golf Course Dam built?

Brown Deer Golf Course Dam was completed in 1970, making it 56 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 Brown Deer Golf Course Dam?

Brown Deer Golf Course 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 Brown Deer Golf Course Dam?

Brown Deer Golf Course Dam has a dam height of 46 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 Brown Deer Golf Course Dam last inspected?

Brown Deer Golf Course Dam was last inspected on June 30, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.