Snakenburg Dam
Key Takeaway
Snakenburg Dam is classified as low hazard in Iowa. It was completed in 1985 and is 41 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 32 ft (taller than 58.4% in IA) |
| Dam Length | 385 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 123 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 70 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 7 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1985 (41 years old) |
| NID ID | IA02275 |
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
Don Snakenburg
Private
Nearby Dams
Adam Dam
Jefferson, IA
Low Hazard 32 ftLeisure Dam
Jefferson, IA
Low Hazard 25 ftMc Creedy Dam
Jefferson, IA
Low Hazard 31 ftMiller Dam
Jefferson, IA
Low Hazard 20 ftHorras Dam
Jefferson, IA
Low Hazard 24 ftWalnut Creek Dam Site 1
Jefferson, IA
Low Hazard 27 ftWalnut Creek Dam Site 2
Jefferson, IA
Low Hazard 25 ftJohnson Dam Site 2
Jefferson, IA
Low Hazard 26 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Snakenburg Dam?
Snakenburg 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 Snakenburg Dam?
Snakenburg Dam is owned by Don Snakenburg (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Snakenburg Dam built?
Snakenburg Dam was completed in 1985, making it 41 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 Snakenburg Dam?
Snakenburg 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 Snakenburg Dam?
Snakenburg Dam has a dam height of 32 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.