Good Dam

TR-KNOX CREEK· Fremont, Iowa· Built 1960· Earth· 46 ft tall
Low Hazard Fire Protection Stock Or Small Fish Pond Private

Key Takeaway

Good Dam is classified as low hazard in Iowa. It was completed in 1960 and is 66 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.

Physical Details

Dam Height 46 ft (taller than 92.5% in IA)
Dam Length197 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage56 acre-ft
Normal Storage29 acre-ft
Surface Area3 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Max Discharge0 cfs
Year Completed1960 (66 years old)
NID IDIA00396

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 29, 1960
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: IOWA DNR

Ownership

Jack Good

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Good Dam?

Good 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 Good Dam?

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

When was Good Dam built?

Good Dam was completed in 1960, making it 66 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 Good Dam?

Good 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 Good Dam?

Good Dam has a dam height of 46 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 Good Dam last inspected?

Good Dam was last inspected on November 29, 1960. 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.