Lake Belva Deer Dam
Key Takeaway
Lake Belva Deer Dam is classified as significant hazard in Iowa. It was completed in 2001 and is 25 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 55 ft (taller than 97.5% in IA) |
| Dam Length | 2,070 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 8.1K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 3.7K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 247 acres |
| Drainage Area | 6 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2001 (25 years old) |
| NID ID | IA03399 |
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
Keokuk County Conservation Board
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Lake Belva Deer Dam?
Lake Belva Deer 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 Lake Belva Deer Dam?
Lake Belva Deer Dam is owned by Keokuk County Conservation Board (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lake Belva Deer Dam built?
Lake Belva Deer Dam was completed in 2001, making it 25 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 Lake Belva Deer Dam?
Lake Belva Deer Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation, Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Lake Belva Deer Dam?
Lake Belva Deer Dam has a dam height of 55 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 Lake Belva Deer Dam last inspected?
Lake Belva Deer Dam was last inspected on May 24, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.