Crane S Pond Dam

TR- HEATHER BRANCH· Henry, Iowa· Built 1989· Earth· 12 ft tall
Significant Hazard Recreation Flood Risk Reduction Local Government

Key Takeaway

Crane S Pond Dam is classified as significant hazard in Iowa. It was completed in 1989 and is 37 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Height 12 ft (taller than 3.1% in IA)
Dam Length200 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage51 acre-ft
Normal Storage35 acre-ft
Surface Area3 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Max Discharge0 cfs
Year Completed1989 (37 years old)
NID IDIA02709

Safety Information

Significant Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: IOWA DNR

Ownership

City of Mount Pleasant

Local Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Crane S Pond Dam?

Crane S Pond 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 Crane S Pond Dam?

Crane S Pond Dam is owned by City of Mount Pleasant (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Crane S Pond Dam built?

Crane S Pond 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 Crane S Pond Dam?

Crane S Pond Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation, Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Crane S Pond Dam?

Crane S Pond Dam has a dam height of 12 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.

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.