Lakewood Dredge Spoil Dam
Key Takeaway
Lakewood Dredge Spoil Dam is classified as low hazard in Iowa. It was completed in 1990 and is 36 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 30 ft (taller than 48.2% in IA) |
| Dam Length | 975 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 473 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 310 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 28 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1990 (36 years old) |
| NID ID | IA02536 |
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
Lakewood Benifited Recreational Dist
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lakewood Dredge Spoil Dam?
Lakewood Dredge Spoil 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 Lakewood Dredge Spoil Dam?
Lakewood Dredge Spoil Dam is owned by Lakewood Benifited Recreational Dist (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lakewood Dredge Spoil Dam built?
Lakewood Dredge Spoil Dam was completed in 1990, making it 36 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 Lakewood Dredge Spoil Dam?
Lakewood Dredge Spoil Dam serves the following purposes: Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Lakewood Dredge Spoil Dam?
Lakewood Dredge Spoil Dam has a dam height of 30 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.