Iowa Noname12

TR-SKUNK RIVER· Des Moines, Iowa· Built 1967· Earth· 32 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Iowa Noname12 is classified as low hazard in Iowa. It was completed in 1967 and is 59 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 32 ft (taller than 58.4% in IA)
Dam Length475 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage34 acre-ft
Normal Storage19 acre-ft
Surface Area3 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge0 cfs
Year Completed1967 (59 years old)
NID IDIA00356

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
Last Inspection: February 15, 1968
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: IOWA DNR

Ownership

Girl Scouts

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Iowa Noname12?

Iowa Noname12 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 Iowa Noname12?

Iowa Noname12 is owned by Girl Scouts (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Iowa Noname12 built?

Iowa Noname12 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 Iowa Noname12?

Iowa Noname12 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 Iowa Noname12?

Iowa Noname12 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.

When was Iowa Noname12 last inspected?

Iowa Noname12 was last inspected on February 15, 1968. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

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.