Iowa Noname44

TR-WALNUT CREEK· Scott, Iowa· Built 1966· Earth· 29 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Iowa Noname44 is classified as low hazard in Iowa. It was completed in 1966 and is 60 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 29 ft (taller than 42.8% in IA)
Dam Length516 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage175 acre-ft
Normal Storage100 acre-ft
Surface Area14 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Max Discharge0 cfs
Year Completed1966 (60 years old)
NID IDIA00979

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: November 9, 1994
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: IOWA DNR

Ownership

Girl Scouts of America

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Iowa Noname44?

Iowa Noname44 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 Noname44?

Iowa Noname44 is owned by Girl Scouts of America (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Iowa Noname44 built?

Iowa Noname44 was completed in 1966, making it 60 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 Noname44?

Iowa Noname44 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 Noname44?

Iowa Noname44 has a dam height of 29 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 Noname44 last inspected?

Iowa Noname44 was last inspected on November 9, 1994. 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.