Newton Koa Campground Dam

TR- ELK CREEK· Jasper, Iowa· Earth· 20 ft tall
Significant Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Newton Koa Campground Dam is classified as significant hazard in Iowa. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Height 20 ft (taller than 7.5% in IA)
Dam Length450 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage22 acre-ft
Normal Storage16 acre-ft
Surface Area2 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge0 cfs
NID IDIA03918

Safety Information

Significant Hazard

No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: April 14, 2010
State Regulated: No

Ownership

L Wayne Rose

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Newton Koa Campground Dam?

Newton Koa Campground Dam is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Newton Koa Campground Dam?

Newton Koa Campground Dam is owned by L Wayne Rose (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Newton Koa Campground Dam?

Newton Koa Campground 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 Newton Koa Campground Dam?

Newton Koa Campground Dam has a dam height of 20 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 Newton Koa Campground Dam last inspected?

Newton Koa Campground Dam was last inspected on April 14, 2010. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

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.