Schneller Dam
Key Takeaway
Schneller Dam is classified as low hazard in Iowa. It was completed in 1989 and is 37 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 30 ft (taller than 48.2% in IA) |
| Dam Length | 430 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 72 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 33 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 5 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1989 (37 years old) |
| NID ID | IA02508 |
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
Rose & Albert Schneller
Private
Nearby Dams
Yellowsmoke Watershed Site D-2
Crawford, IA
Low Hazard 25 ftYellowsmoke Watershed Site D-1
Crawford, IA
Low Hazard 24 ftTenhulzen Dam
Crawford, IA
Low Hazard 20 ftRath Dam
Crawford, IA
Low Hazard 36 ftMeyer Dam
Crawford, IA
High Hazard 45 ftSeven Cedars Farms Dam
Crawford, IA
Low Hazard 36 ftYellowsmoke Park Dam
Crawford, IA
High Hazard 59 ftMeyer Dam
Crawford, IA
Low Hazard 27 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Schneller Dam?
Schneller 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 Schneller Dam?
Schneller Dam is owned by Rose & Albert Schneller (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Schneller Dam built?
Schneller Dam was completed in 1989, making it 37 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 Schneller Dam?
Schneller Dam serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Schneller Dam?
Schneller Dam has a dam height of 30 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.