Clive Lake Dam

TR- WALUT CREEK· Polk, Iowa· Built 1989· Earth· 37 ft tall
High Hazard Other Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Clive Lake Dam is classified as high hazard in Iowa. It was completed in 1989 and is 37 years old. Its primary use is other. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Height 37 ft (taller than 77.4% in IA)
Dam Length1,050 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage1.3K acre-ft
Normal Storage274 acre-ft
Surface Area44 acres
Drainage Area4 sq mi
Max Discharge0 cfs
Year Completed1989 (37 years old)
NID IDIA02456

Safety Information

High Hazard

Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: March 12, 2021
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: IOWA DNR

Ownership

Country Club Owners Association, HOA Management Solutions

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Clive Lake Dam?

Clive Lake Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Clive Lake Dam?

Clive Lake Dam is owned by Country Club Owners Association, HOA Management Solutions (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Clive Lake Dam built?

Clive Lake Dam was completed in 1989, making it 37 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 Clive Lake Dam?

Clive Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Other, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Clive Lake Dam?

Clive Lake Dam has a dam height of 37 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 Clive Lake Dam last inspected?

Clive Lake Dam was last inspected on March 12, 2021. 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.