Heritage Woods Dam
Key Takeaway
Heritage Woods Dam is classified as high hazard in Iowa. It was completed in 2008 and is 18 years old. Its primary use is recreation. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 35 ft (taller than 70.9% in IA) |
| Dam Length | 300 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 120 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 61 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 7 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2008 (18 years old) |
| NID ID | IA03548 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
Heritage Woods LLC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Heritage Woods Dam?
Heritage Woods Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Heritage Woods Dam?
Heritage Woods Dam is owned by Heritage Woods LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Heritage Woods Dam built?
Heritage Woods Dam was completed in 2008, making it 18 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 Woods Dam?
Heritage Woods Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Heritage Woods Dam?
Heritage Woods Dam has a dam height of 35 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 Woods Dam last inspected?
Heritage Woods Dam was last inspected on May 21, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.