Storm Lake - Northeast Dredge Spoil Disposal Dam
Key Takeaway
Storm Lake - Northeast Dredge Spoil Disposal Dam is classified as high hazard in Iowa. It was completed in 2005 and is 21 years old. Its primary use is other. 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 | 49 ft (taller than 94.6% in IA) |
| Dam Length | 7,047 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 295 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 195 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2005 (21 years old) |
| NID ID | IA03546 |
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
Lake Improvement Commission
Local Government
Nearby Dams
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Storm Lake - Northeast Dredge Spoil Disposal Dam?
Storm Lake - Northeast Dredge Spoil Disposal 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 Storm Lake - Northeast Dredge Spoil Disposal Dam?
Storm Lake - Northeast Dredge Spoil Disposal Dam is owned by Lake Improvement Commission (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Storm Lake - Northeast Dredge Spoil Disposal Dam built?
Storm Lake - Northeast Dredge Spoil Disposal Dam was completed in 2005, making it 21 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 Storm Lake - Northeast Dredge Spoil Disposal Dam?
Storm Lake - Northeast Dredge Spoil Disposal Dam serves the following purposes: Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Storm Lake - Northeast Dredge Spoil Disposal Dam?
Storm Lake - Northeast Dredge Spoil Disposal Dam has a dam height of 49 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 Storm Lake - Northeast Dredge Spoil Disposal Dam last inspected?
Storm Lake - Northeast Dredge Spoil Disposal Dam was last inspected on June 26, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.