Iowa Noname29
Key Takeaway
Iowa Noname29 is classified as low hazard in Iowa. It was completed in 1970 and is 56 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 45 ft (taller than 91.4% in IA) |
| Dam Length | 468 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 241 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 147 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 13 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1970 (56 years old) |
| NID ID | IA00595 |
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
Lakeview WJ Ranch
Private
Nearby Dams
Shelton Dam
Lucas, IA
Low Hazard 33 ftHerring Dam
Lucas, IA
Low Hazard 28 ftLambert Dam
Lucas, IA
Low Hazard 21 ftIsu Dam
Lucas, IA
Low Hazard 24 ftLamberts Dam
Lucas, IA
Low Hazard 21 ftRuepke Dam
Lucas, IA
Low Hazard 13 ftSchultz Dam
Lucas, IA
Low Hazard 24 ftRandall Dam
Lucas, IA
Low Hazard 30 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Iowa Noname29?
Iowa Noname29 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 Noname29?
Iowa Noname29 is owned by Lakeview WJ Ranch (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Iowa Noname29 built?
Iowa Noname29 was completed in 1970, making it 56 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 Noname29?
Iowa Noname29 serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Iowa Noname29?
Iowa Noname29 has a dam height of 45 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.