Lindgren Dam #3

TR- MAPLE RIVER· Ida, Iowa· Built 1998· Earth· 34 ft tall

Key Takeaway

Lindgren Dam #3 is classified as low hazard in Iowa. It was completed in 1998 and is 28 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.

Physical Details

Dam Height 34 ft (taller than 67.4% in IA)
Dam Length465 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage44 acre-ft
Normal Storage20 acre-ft
Surface Area3 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge0 cfs
Year Completed1998 (28 years old)
NID IDIA03132

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: IOWA DNR

Ownership

Dennis Lindgren

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Lindgren Dam #3?

Lindgren Dam #3 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 Lindgren Dam #3?

Lindgren Dam #3 is owned by Dennis Lindgren (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Lindgren Dam #3 built?

Lindgren Dam #3 was completed in 1998, making it 28 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 Lindgren Dam #3?

Lindgren Dam #3 serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Lindgren Dam #3?

Lindgren Dam #3 has a dam height of 34 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.

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.