Pioneer Park Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Pioneer Park Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in Iowa. It was completed in 1950 and is 76 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 25 ft (taller than 19.3% in IA) |
| Dam Length | 250 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 49 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 17 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 3 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1950 (76 years old) |
| NID ID | IA01367 |
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
Page County Conservation Board
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Pioneer Park Pond Dam?
Pioneer Park Pond 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 Pioneer Park Pond Dam?
Pioneer Park Pond Dam is owned by Page County Conservation Board (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Pioneer Park Pond Dam built?
Pioneer Park Pond Dam was completed in 1950, making it 76 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 Pioneer Park Pond Dam?
Pioneer Park Pond 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 Pioneer Park Pond Dam?
Pioneer Park Pond Dam has a dam height of 25 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 Pioneer Park Pond Dam last inspected?
Pioneer Park Pond Dam was last inspected on July 27, 1988. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.