Middle Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Middle Pond Dam is classified as high hazard in Iowa. It was completed in 1955 and is 71 years old. Its primary use is irrigation. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 27 ft (taller than 30.7% in IA) |
| Dam Length | 455 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 353 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 78 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 15 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1955 (71 years old) |
| Year Modified | 1988 |
| NID ID | IA01699 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
Amana Colonies Golf Course Inc
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Middle Pond Dam?
Middle Pond Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Middle Pond Dam?
Middle Pond Dam is owned by Amana Colonies Golf Course Inc (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Middle Pond Dam built?
Middle Pond Dam was completed in 1955, making it 71 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 Middle Pond Dam?
Middle Pond Dam serves the following purposes: Irrigation, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Middle Pond Dam?
Middle Pond Dam has a dam height of 27 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 Middle Pond Dam last inspected?
Middle Pond Dam was last inspected on June 28, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.