Conner Dam

TR-GERMAN CREEK· Keokuk, Iowa· Built 1979· Earth· 37 ft tall

Key Takeaway

Conner Dam is classified as low hazard in Iowa. It was completed in 1979 and is 47 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.

Physical Details

Dam Height 37 ft (taller than 77.4% in IA)
Dam Length427 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage65 acre-ft
Normal Storage50 acre-ft
Surface Area4 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge0 cfs
Year Completed1979 (47 years old)
NID IDIA02084

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: June 29, 1989
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: IOWA DNR

Ownership

WC Conner Trust

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Conner Dam?

Conner 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 Conner Dam?

Conner Dam is owned by WC Conner Trust (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Conner Dam built?

Conner Dam was completed in 1979, making it 47 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 Conner Dam?

Conner Dam serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Conner Dam?

Conner 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 Conner Dam last inspected?

Conner Dam was last inspected on June 29, 1989. 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.