Camp Klaus Dam
Key Takeaway
Camp Klaus Dam is classified as low hazard in Iowa. It was completed in 1978 and is 48 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 50 ft (taller than 95.3% in IA) |
| Dam Length | 600 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 325 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 163 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 12 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1978 (48 years old) |
| NID ID | IA01863 |
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
Boy Scouts of America
Private
Nearby Dams
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Camp Klaus Dam?
Camp Klaus 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 Camp Klaus Dam?
Camp Klaus Dam is owned by Boy Scouts of America (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Camp Klaus Dam built?
Camp Klaus Dam was completed in 1978, making it 48 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 Camp Klaus Dam?
Camp Klaus 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 Camp Klaus Dam?
Camp Klaus Dam has a dam height of 50 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.