Goellner Dam
Key Takeaway
Goellner Dam is classified as low hazard in Iowa. It was completed in 2019 and is 7 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 26 ft (taller than 24.7% in IA) |
| Dam Length | 658 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 158 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 54 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 10 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 2019 (7 years old) |
| NID ID | IA04277 |
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
James Goellner
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Goellner Dam?
Goellner 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 Goellner Dam?
Goellner Dam is owned by James Goellner (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Goellner Dam built?
Goellner Dam was completed in 2019, making it 7 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 Goellner Dam?
Goellner Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Goellner Dam?
Goellner Dam has a dam height of 26 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.