Erickson Dam

TR-Willow Creek· Harrison, Iowa· Built 2003· Earth· 27 ft tall
Low Hazard Flood Risk Reduction Grade Stabilization Private

Key Takeaway

Erickson Dam is classified as low hazard in Iowa. It was completed in 2003 and is 23 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.

Physical Details

Dam Height 27 ft (taller than 30.7% in IA)
Dam Length520 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage39 acre-ft
Normal Storage15 acre-ft
Surface Area2 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Year Completed2003 (23 years old)
NID IDIA04043

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: August 22, 2004
State Regulated: Yes

Ownership

Robert Erickson

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Erickson Dam?

Erickson 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 Erickson Dam?

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

When was Erickson Dam built?

Erickson Dam was completed in 2003, making it 23 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 Erickson Dam?

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

How tall is Erickson Dam?

Erickson Dam has a dam height of 27 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 Erickson Dam last inspected?

Erickson Dam was last inspected on August 22, 2004. 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.