Winkler Dam
Key Takeaway
Winkler Dam is classified as low hazard in Iowa. It was completed in 1963 and is 63 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 30 ft (taller than 48.2% in IA) |
| Dam Length | 500 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 156 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 30 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 5 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1963 (63 years old) |
| NID ID | IA02055 |
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
Vesta Winkler
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Winkler Dam?
Winkler 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 Winkler Dam?
Winkler Dam is owned by Vesta Winkler (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Winkler Dam built?
Winkler Dam was completed in 1963, making it 63 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 Winkler Dam?
Winkler 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 Winkler Dam?
Winkler 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.