Pollmiller Park Dam

TR-PITTMAN CREEK· Lee, Iowa· Built 1971· Earth· 31 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Local Government

Key Takeaway

Pollmiller Park Dam is classified as low hazard in Iowa. It was completed in 1971 and is 55 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 31 ft (taller than 53.8% in IA)
Dam Length450 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage243 acre-ft
Normal Storage190 acre-ft
Surface Area15 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge0 cfs
Year Completed1971 (55 years old)
NID IDIA00581

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: February 15, 1968
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: IOWA DNR

Ownership

Lee County Conservation Board

Local Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Pollmiller Park Dam?

Pollmiller Park 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 Pollmiller Park Dam?

Pollmiller Park Dam is owned by Lee County Conservation Board (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Pollmiller Park Dam built?

Pollmiller Park Dam was completed in 1971, making it 55 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 Pollmiller Park Dam?

Pollmiller Park 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 Pollmiller Park Dam?

Pollmiller Park Dam has a dam height of 31 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 Pollmiller Park Dam last inspected?

Pollmiller Park Dam was last inspected on February 15, 1968. 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.