Goose Lake Wma Dam

Tr to Maquoketa River· Clinton, Iowa· Earth· 8 ft tall
Low Hazard Fish And Wildlife Pond State Government

Key Takeaway

Goose Lake Wma Dam is classified as low hazard in Iowa. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.

Physical Details

Dam Height 8 ft (taller than 0.7% in IA)
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage905 acre-ft
Normal Storage249 acre-ft
Surface Area175 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Year Modified2021
NID IDIA04343

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
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: IOWA DNR

Ownership

Iowa Department of Natural Resources

State Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Goose Lake Wma Dam?

Goose Lake Wma 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 Goose Lake Wma Dam?

Goose Lake Wma Dam is owned by Iowa Department of Natural Resources (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Goose Lake Wma Dam?

Goose Lake Wma Dam serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Goose Lake Wma Dam?

Goose Lake Wma 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.

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.