Steding Dam
Key Takeaway
Steding Dam is classified as low hazard in Iowa. It was completed in 2003 and is 23 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 29 ft (taller than 42.8% in IA) |
| Dam Length | 314 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 59 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 21 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 3 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2003 (23 years old) |
| NID ID | IA03666 |
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
Terry Steding
Private
Nearby Dams
Walters Dam
Hardin, IA
Low Hazard 30 ftWelch Dam
Hardin, IA
Low Hazard 35 ftManneter Dam
Hardin, IA
Low Hazard 28 ftTjaden Dam
Hardin, IA
Low Hazard 30 ftWiechmann/Rooks Dam
Hardin, IA
Low Hazard 35 ftLower Pine Lake Dam
Hardin, IA
Significant Hazard 33 ftRooks Dam
Hardin, IA
Low Hazard 38 ftUpper Pine Lake Dam
Hardin, IA
Significant Hazard 42 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Steding Dam?
Steding 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 Steding Dam?
Steding Dam is owned by Terry Steding (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Steding Dam built?
Steding Dam was completed in 2003, making it 23 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 Steding Dam?
Steding 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 Steding Dam?
Steding Dam has a dam height of 29 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.