Freiler Dam

TR-BRUSHY CREEK· Guthrie, Iowa· Built 1968· Earth· 22 ft tall

Key Takeaway

Freiler Dam is classified as low hazard in Iowa. It was completed in 1968 and is 58 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.

Physical Details

Dam Height 22 ft (taller than 10.6% in IA)
Dam Length540 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage60 acre-ft
Normal Storage24 acre-ft
Surface Area4 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge0 cfs
Year Completed1968 (58 years old)
NID IDIA00422

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: November 15, 1967
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: IOWA DNR

Ownership

Jeanette S Freiler

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Freiler Dam?

Freiler 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 Freiler Dam?

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

When was Freiler Dam built?

Freiler Dam was completed in 1968, making it 58 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 Freiler Dam?

Freiler Dam serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Freiler Dam?

Freiler Dam has a dam height of 22 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 Freiler Dam last inspected?

Freiler Dam was last inspected on November 15, 1967. 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.