Hawk Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Hawk Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Iowa. It was completed in 1967 and is 59 years old. Its primary use is water supply.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 18 ft (taller than 5.6% in IA) |
| Dam Length | 836 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 190 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 122 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 18 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1967 (59 years old) |
| NID ID | IA01091 |
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
Central Iowa Power Cooperative
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Hawk Lake Dam?
Hawk Lake 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 Hawk Lake Dam?
Hawk Lake Dam is owned by Central Iowa Power Cooperative (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Hawk Lake Dam built?
Hawk Lake Dam was completed in 1967, making it 59 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 Hawk Lake Dam?
Hawk Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Hawk Lake Dam?
Hawk Lake Dam has a dam height of 18 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.