Winner Dam
Key Takeaway
Winner Dam is classified as low hazard in Iowa. It was completed in 2011 and is 15 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 41 ft (taller than 86.2% in IA) |
| Dam Length | 800 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 190 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 42 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 8 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 225 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2011 (15 years old) |
| NID ID | IA04181 |
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
Ron Winner
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Winner Dam?
Winner 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 Winner Dam?
Winner Dam is owned by Ron Winner (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Winner Dam built?
Winner Dam was completed in 2011, making it 15 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 Winner Dam?
Winner Dam serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction, Grade Stabilization, Fish And Wildlife Pond, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Winner Dam?
Winner Dam has a dam height of 41 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.