Trotter Dam
Key Takeaway
Trotter Dam is classified as low hazard in Iowa. It was completed in 1971 and is 55 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 31 ft (taller than 53.8% in IA) |
| Dam Length | 635 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 376 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 176 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 22 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1971 (55 years old) |
| NID ID | IA00526 |
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
Kenneth Trotter
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Trotter Dam?
Trotter 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 Trotter Dam?
Trotter Dam is owned by Kenneth Trotter (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Trotter Dam built?
Trotter Dam was completed in 1971, making it 55 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 Trotter Dam?
Trotter Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation, 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 Trotter Dam?
Trotter Dam has a dam height of 31 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.