Progress Park Dam
Key Takeaway
Progress Park Dam is classified as significant hazard in Iowa. It was completed in 2005 and is 21 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 23 ft (taller than 13.3% in IA) |
| Dam Length | 1,455 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 288 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 86 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 15 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2005 (21 years old) |
| NID ID | IA03517 |
Safety Information
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?
Ownership
Cedar Development
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Progress Park Dam?
Progress Park 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 Progress Park Dam?
Progress Park Dam is owned by Cedar Development (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Progress Park Dam built?
Progress Park Dam was completed in 2005, making it 21 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 Progress Park Dam?
Progress Park Dam serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Progress Park Dam?
Progress Park Dam has a dam height of 23 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 Progress Park Dam last inspected?
Progress Park Dam was last inspected on June 26, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.