Horseshoe Cove Dam
Key Takeaway
Horseshoe Cove Dam is classified as significant hazard in Iowa. It was completed in 1975 and is 51 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 32 ft (taller than 58.4% in IA) |
| Dam Length | 457 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 192 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 65 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 9 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1975 (51 years old) |
| NID ID | IA01560 |
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
Mid-Iowa Lakes Lot Owners Association
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Horseshoe Cove Dam?
Horseshoe Cove 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 Horseshoe Cove Dam?
Horseshoe Cove Dam is owned by Mid-Iowa Lakes Lot Owners Association (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Horseshoe Cove Dam built?
Horseshoe Cove Dam was completed in 1975, making it 51 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 Horseshoe Cove Dam?
Horseshoe Cove 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 Horseshoe Cove Dam?
Horseshoe Cove Dam has a dam height of 32 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.