Stewart Dam

TR- GRANTS CREEK· Lee, Iowa· Built 1989· Earth· 28 ft tall

Key Takeaway

Stewart 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 28 ft (taller than 36.9% in IA)
Dam Length270 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage46 acre-ft
Normal Storage27 acre-ft
Surface Area4 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge0 cfs
Year Completed1989 (37 years old)
NID IDIA02550

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: IOWA DNR

Ownership

Charles Stewart

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Stewart Dam?

Stewart 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 Stewart Dam?

Stewart Dam is owned by Charles Stewart (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Stewart Dam built?

Stewart 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 Stewart Dam?

Stewart 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 Stewart Dam?

Stewart Dam has a dam height of 28 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.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.