Lakewood Hills Dam
Key Takeaway
Lakewood Hills Dam is classified as significant hazard in Iowa. It was completed in 1967 and is 59 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 18 ft (taller than 5.6% in IA) |
| Dam Length | 520 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 74 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 32 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 5 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1967 (59 years old) |
| Year Modified | 1980 |
| NID ID | IA02079 |
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
Lakewood Hills Homeowners Association
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lakewood Hills Dam?
Lakewood Hills Dam 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 Lakewood Hills Dam?
Lakewood Hills Dam is owned by Lakewood Hills Homeowners Association (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lakewood Hills Dam built?
Lakewood Hills Dam was completed in 1967, making it 59 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 Hills Dam?
Lakewood Hills 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 Lakewood Hills Dam?
Lakewood Hills Dam has a dam height of 18 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 Lakewood Hills Dam last inspected?
Lakewood Hills Dam was last inspected on October 9, 2015. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.