Morgan Dam
Key Takeaway
Morgan Dam is classified as low hazard in Iowa. It was completed in 2002 and is 24 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 24 ft (taller than 15.8% in IA) |
| Dam Length | 480 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 104 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 34 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 6 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2002 (24 years old) |
| NID ID | IA03867 |
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
Lane Morgan
Private
Nearby Dams
Lake Darling Dam
Washington, IA
Significant Hazard 47 ftSteinbeck/Iowa Dnr
Washington, IA
Low Hazard 27 ftThrelkeld Dam
Washington, IA
Low Hazard 32 ftAndrian-Wright-Idnr
Washington, IA
Low Hazard 23 ftDickinson Dam
Washington, IA
Low Hazard 29 ftWashington CO Road Dam 22-74-9
Washington, IA
Low Hazard 29 ftJurinek Dam
Washington, IA
Low Hazard 32 ftJones Brothers Dam
Jefferson, IA
Low Hazard 32 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Morgan Dam?
Morgan 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 Morgan Dam?
Morgan Dam is owned by Lane Morgan (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Morgan Dam built?
Morgan Dam was completed in 2002, making it 24 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 Morgan Dam?
Morgan Dam 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 Morgan Dam?
Morgan Dam has a dam height of 24 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.