Lake Panorama Dredge Containment - Cory Basin
Key Takeaway
Lake Panorama Dredge Containment - Cory Basin is classified as significant hazard in Iowa. It was completed in 2016 and is 10 years old. Its primary use is debris control. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 22 ft (taller than 10.6% in IA) |
| Dam Length | 3,860 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 870 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 800 acre-ft |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 25 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2016 (10 years old) |
| NID ID | IA04244 |
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
Lake Panorama Recreation Association
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lake Panorama Dredge Containment - Cory Basin?
Lake Panorama Dredge Containment - Cory Basin 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 Panorama Dredge Containment - Cory Basin?
Lake Panorama Dredge Containment - Cory Basin is owned by Lake Panorama Recreation Association (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lake Panorama Dredge Containment - Cory Basin built?
Lake Panorama Dredge Containment - Cory Basin was completed in 2016, making it 10 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 Panorama Dredge Containment - Cory Basin?
Lake Panorama Dredge Containment - Cory Basin serves the following purposes: Debris Control. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Lake Panorama Dredge Containment - Cory Basin?
Lake Panorama Dredge Containment - Cory Basin 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 Lake Panorama Dredge Containment - Cory Basin last inspected?
Lake Panorama Dredge Containment - Cory Basin was last inspected on September 19, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.