Lake Hunnington
Key Takeaway
Lake Hunnington is classified as significant hazard in Iowa. It was completed in 1971 and is 55 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 35 ft (taller than 70.9% in IA) |
| Dam Length | 470 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 183 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 100 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 10 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1971 (55 years old) |
| NID ID | IA00976 |
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
Dennis Anderson
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lake Hunnington?
Lake Hunnington 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 Hunnington?
Lake Hunnington is owned by Dennis Anderson (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lake Hunnington built?
Lake Hunnington was completed in 1971, making it 55 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 Hunnington?
Lake Hunnington serves the following purposes: Recreation, 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 Lake Hunnington?
Lake Hunnington has a dam height of 35 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 Hunnington last inspected?
Lake Hunnington was last inspected on August 24, 2010. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.