Tolton Dam
Key Takeaway
Tolton Dam is classified as low hazard in Iowa. It was completed in 2020 and is 6 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 30 ft (taller than 48.2% in IA) |
| Dam Length | 1,360 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 74 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 39 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 6 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 2020 (6 years old) |
| NID ID | IA04331 |
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
KLM Properties LLC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Tolton Dam?
Tolton 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 Tolton Dam?
Tolton Dam is owned by KLM Properties LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Tolton Dam built?
Tolton Dam was completed in 2020, making it 6 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 Tolton Dam?
Tolton 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 Tolton Dam?
Tolton Dam has a dam height of 30 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.