Lemke Dam
Key Takeaway
Lemke Dam is classified as low hazard in Iowa. It was completed in 1970 and is 56 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 28 ft (taller than 36.9% in IA) |
| Dam Length | 635 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 253 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 103 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 15 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1970 (56 years old) |
| NID ID | IA00034 |
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
R Lemke & Adair County Board of Supervisors
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lemke Dam?
Lemke 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 Lemke Dam?
Lemke Dam is owned by R Lemke & Adair County Board of Supervisors (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lemke Dam built?
Lemke Dam was completed in 1970, making it 56 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 Lemke Dam?
Lemke 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 Lemke Dam?
Lemke Dam has a dam height of 28 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.