Northeast Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Northeast Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Iowa. It was completed in 1972 and is 54 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 26 ft (taller than 24.7% in IA) |
| Dam Length | 400 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 160 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 75 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 9 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1972 (54 years old) |
| NID ID | IA00981 |
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
Scott County Conservation Board
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Northeast Lake Dam?
Northeast Lake 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 Northeast Lake Dam?
Northeast Lake Dam is owned by Scott County Conservation Board (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Northeast Lake Dam built?
Northeast Lake Dam was completed in 1972, making it 54 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 Northeast Lake Dam?
Northeast Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation, Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Northeast Lake Dam?
Northeast Lake Dam has a dam height of 26 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.