Burlington Y-Camp Dam
Key Takeaway
Burlington Y-Camp Dam is classified as low hazard in Iowa. It was completed in 1966 and is 60 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 47 ft (taller than 93.3% in IA) |
| Dam Length | 280 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 150 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 89 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 9 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1966 (60 years old) |
| NID ID | IA03552 |
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
Burlington YMCA-YWCA
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Burlington Y-Camp Dam?
Burlington Y-Camp 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 Burlington Y-Camp Dam?
Burlington Y-Camp Dam is owned by Burlington YMCA-YWCA (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Burlington Y-Camp Dam built?
Burlington Y-Camp Dam was completed in 1966, making it 60 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 Burlington Y-Camp Dam?
Burlington Y-Camp 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 Burlington Y-Camp Dam?
Burlington Y-Camp Dam has a dam height of 47 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 Burlington Y-Camp Dam last inspected?
Burlington Y-Camp Dam was last inspected on June 12, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.