Iowa Noname58

SOUTH FORK CHARITON RIVER· Wayne, Iowa· Built 1972· Earth· 22 ft tall
Low Hazard Fire Protection Stock Or Small Fish Pond Other Local Government

Key Takeaway

Iowa Noname58 is classified as low hazard in Iowa. It was completed in 1972 and is 54 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.

Physical Details

Dam Height 22 ft (taller than 10.6% in IA)
Dam Length850 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage91 acre-ft
Normal Storage32 acre-ft
Surface Area7 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge0 cfs
Year Completed1972 (54 years old)
NID IDIA01150

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: December 19, 1967
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: IOWA DNR

Ownership

Wayne County Board of Supervisors

Local Government

Nearby Dams

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Iowa Noname58?

Iowa Noname58 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 Noname58?

Iowa Noname58 is owned by Wayne County Board of Supervisors (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Iowa Noname58 built?

Iowa Noname58 was completed in 1972, making it 54 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 Noname58?

Iowa Noname58 serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond, Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Iowa Noname58?

Iowa Noname58 has a dam height of 22 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 Noname58 last inspected?

Iowa Noname58 was last inspected on December 19, 1967. 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.