Lake Panorama Dredge Containment - Cory Basin

Trib to Des Moines River· Guthrie, Iowa· Built 2016· Earth· 22 ft tall
Significant Hazard Debris Control Private

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 Length3,860 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage870 acre-ft
Normal Storage800 acre-ft
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge25 cfs
Year Completed2016 (10 years old)
NID IDIA04244

Safety Information

Significant Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: September 19, 2019
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: IOWA DNR

Ownership

Lake Panorama Recreation Association

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

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.

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.