Upper Pine Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Upper Pine Lake Dam is classified as significant hazard in Iowa. It was completed in 1934 and is 92 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 42 ft (taller than 87.5% in IA) |
| Dam Length | 490 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 2.7K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 890 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 110 acres |
| Drainage Area | 14 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1934 (92 years old) |
| Year Modified | 1990 |
| NID ID | IA00441 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
Iowa Department of Natural Resources
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of Upper Pine Lake Dam?
Upper Pine Lake Dam is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Upper Pine Lake Dam?
Upper Pine Lake Dam is owned by Iowa Department of Natural Resources (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Upper Pine Lake Dam built?
Upper Pine Lake Dam was completed in 1934, making it 92 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 Upper Pine Lake Dam?
Upper Pine Lake 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 Upper Pine Lake Dam?
Upper Pine Lake Dam has a dam height of 42 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 Upper Pine Lake Dam last inspected?
Upper Pine Lake Dam was last inspected on June 10, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.