Eldred Sherwood Park Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Eldred Sherwood Park Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Iowa. It was completed in 1967 and is 59 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 33 ft (taller than 63.3% in IA) |
| Dam Length | 555 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 360 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 220 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 23 acres |
| Drainage Area | 5 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1967 (59 years old) |
| NID ID | IA00438 |
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
Hancock County Conservation Board
Local Government
Nearby Dams
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Eldred Sherwood Park Lake Dam?
Eldred Sherwood Park Lake 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 Eldred Sherwood Park Lake Dam?
Eldred Sherwood Park Lake Dam is owned by Hancock County Conservation Board (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Eldred Sherwood Park Lake Dam built?
Eldred Sherwood Park Lake Dam was completed in 1967, making it 59 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 Eldred Sherwood Park Lake Dam?
Eldred Sherwood Park Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Eldred Sherwood Park Lake Dam?
Eldred Sherwood Park Lake Dam has a dam height of 33 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.