Heritage Point Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Heritage Point Lake Dam is classified as significant hazard in Iowa. It was completed in 1971 and is 55 years old. Its primary use is fire protection. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 47 ft (taller than 93.3% in IA) |
| Dam Length | 900 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 1.9K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 1.2K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 79 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1971 (55 years old) |
| NID ID | IA01151 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
Heritage Point Lake LC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Heritage Point Lake Dam?
Heritage Point Lake Dam is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Heritage Point Lake Dam?
Heritage Point Lake Dam is owned by Heritage Point Lake LC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Heritage Point Lake Dam built?
Heritage Point Lake Dam was completed in 1971, making it 55 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 Heritage Point Lake Dam?
Heritage Point Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Heritage Point Lake Dam?
Heritage Point Lake Dam has a dam height of 47 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 Heritage Point Lake Dam last inspected?
Heritage Point Lake Dam was last inspected on May 31, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.