Cedar Creek Dam
Key Takeaway
Cedar Creek Dam is classified as significant hazard in Iowa. It was completed in 1939 and is 87 years old. Its primary use is water supply. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 50 ft (taller than 95.3% in IA) |
| Dam Length | 860 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 1.8K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 935 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 84 acres |
| Drainage Area | 17 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1939 (87 years old) |
| Year Modified | 1978 |
| NID ID | IA01360 |
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
Winterset Water Works
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Cedar Creek Dam?
Cedar Creek 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 Cedar Creek Dam?
Cedar Creek Dam is owned by Winterset Water Works (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Cedar Creek Dam built?
Cedar Creek Dam was completed in 1939, making it 87 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 Cedar Creek Dam?
Cedar Creek Dam serves the following purposes: Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Cedar Creek Dam?
Cedar Creek 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.
When was Cedar Creek Dam last inspected?
Cedar Creek Dam was last inspected on May 20, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.