Fountain View Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Fountain View Lake Dam is classified as significant hazard in Iowa. It was completed in 1993 and is 33 years old. Its primary use is other. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 8 ft (taller than 0.7% in IA) |
| Dam Length | 738 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 115 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 78 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 9 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1993 (33 years old) |
| NID ID | IA02658 |
Safety Information
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?
Ownership
Fountain View Estates Homeowners Assn
Private
Nearby Dams
Campbell Dam
Polk, IA
Low Hazard 26 ftDmacc Dam
Polk, IA
Significant Hazard 37 ftPrairie Trail Development - North Dam
Polk, IA
Significant Hazard 22 ftPrairie Trail Development - South Dam
Polk, IA
Significant Hazard 31 ftHickory Lake Dam
Polk, IA
Low Hazard 34 ftPrairie Trail - Cp5
Polk, IA
Significant Hazard 24 ftTriplett Dam
Polk, IA
Low Hazard 30 ftAnkeny Golf & Country Club Dam
Polk, IA
Low Hazard 31 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Fountain View Lake Dam?
Fountain View Lake 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 Fountain View Lake Dam?
Fountain View Lake Dam is owned by Fountain View Estates Homeowners Assn (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Fountain View Lake Dam built?
Fountain View Lake Dam was completed in 1993, making it 33 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 Fountain View Lake Dam?
Fountain View Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Other, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Fountain View Lake Dam?
Fountain View Lake Dam has a dam height of 8 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.