Lincoln Acres Dam
Key Takeaway
Lincoln Acres Dam is classified as low hazard in Iowa. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 37 ft (taller than 77.4% in IA) |
| Dam Length | 320 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 54 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 48 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 3 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| NID ID | IA04084 |
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
Candy Ecker
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lincoln Acres Dam?
Lincoln Acres 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 Lincoln Acres Dam?
Lincoln Acres Dam is owned by Candy Ecker (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Lincoln Acres Dam?
Lincoln Acres 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 Lincoln Acres Dam?
Lincoln Acres Dam has a dam height of 37 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 Lincoln Acres Dam last inspected?
Lincoln Acres Dam was last inspected on May 13, 2013. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.