Schoenewe Dam
Key Takeaway
Schoenewe Dam is classified as high hazard in Iowa. It was completed in 1978 and is 48 years old. Its primary use is recreation. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 41 ft (taller than 86.2% in IA) |
| Dam Length | 200 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 78 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 28 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 3 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1978 (48 years old) |
| NID ID | IA02080 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
Fred Schoenewe
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Schoenewe Dam?
Schoenewe Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Schoenewe Dam?
Schoenewe Dam is owned by Fred Schoenewe (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Schoenewe Dam built?
Schoenewe Dam was completed in 1978, making it 48 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 Schoenewe Dam?
Schoenewe 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 Schoenewe Dam?
Schoenewe Dam has a dam height of 41 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 Schoenewe Dam last inspected?
Schoenewe Dam was last inspected on June 12, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.