Spring Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Spring Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Iowa. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 8 ft (taller than 0.7% in IA) |
| Dam Length | 100 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 100 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 57 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 15 acres |
| Drainage Area | 300 sq mi |
| Year Modified | 2019 |
| NID ID | IA04319 |
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
Cherokee City Parks Board
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Spring Lake Dam?
Spring Lake 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 Spring Lake Dam?
Spring Lake Dam is owned by Cherokee City Parks Board (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Spring Lake Dam?
Spring Lake 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 Spring Lake Dam?
Spring Lake Dam has a dam height of 8 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.