Elks Club Dam

Tr- Cedar River· Floyd, Iowa· Earth· 7 ft tall
Low Hazard Private

Key Takeaway

Elks Club Dam is classified as low hazard in Iowa.

Physical Details

Dam Height 7 ft
Dam Length1,200 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage53 acre-ft
Normal Storage38 acre-ft
Surface Area10 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Max Discharge0 cfs
NID IDIA03526

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: July 27, 2020
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: IOWA DNR

Ownership

Charles City Elks Club

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Elks Club Dam?

Elks Club 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 Elks Club Dam?

Elks Club Dam is owned by Charles City Elks Club (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

How tall is Elks Club Dam?

Elks Club Dam has a dam height of 7 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 Elks Club Dam last inspected?

Elks Club Dam was last inspected on July 27, 2020. 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.