Lake Canyada Dam
Key Takeaway
Lake Canyada Dam is classified as low hazard in Iowa. It was completed in 1958 and is 68 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 17 ft (taller than 5.1% in IA) |
| Dam Length | 350 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 90 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 45 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 12 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1958 (68 years old) |
| NID ID | IA01695 |
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
Kevin Conklin
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lake Canyada Dam?
Lake Canyada Dam 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 Lake Canyada Dam?
Lake Canyada Dam is owned by Kevin Conklin (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lake Canyada Dam built?
Lake Canyada Dam was completed in 1958, making it 68 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 Canyada Dam?
Lake Canyada Dam 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 Lake Canyada Dam?
Lake Canyada Dam has a dam height of 17 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 Canyada Dam last inspected?
Lake Canyada Dam was last inspected on March 26, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.