Good/Wanamaker Dam
Key Takeaway
Good/Wanamaker Dam is classified as low hazard in Iowa. It was completed in 1962 and is 64 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 41 ft (taller than 86.2% in IA) |
| Dam Length | 248 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 36 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 29 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 2 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1962 (64 years old) |
| NID ID | IA00386 |
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
J Good & A Wanamaker
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Good/Wanamaker Dam?
Good/Wanamaker 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/Wanamaker Dam?
Good/Wanamaker Dam is owned by J Good & A Wanamaker (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Good/Wanamaker Dam built?
Good/Wanamaker Dam was completed in 1962, making it 64 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/Wanamaker Dam?
Good/Wanamaker 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/Wanamaker Dam?
Good/Wanamaker Dam has a dam height of 41 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/Wanamaker Dam last inspected?
Good/Wanamaker Dam was last inspected on October 10, 1964. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.