Woodlands Parkway Dam

TR-WALNUT CREEK· Polk, Iowa· Built 1964· Earth· 28 ft tall
Significant Hazard Private

Key Takeaway

Woodlands Parkway Dam is classified as significant hazard in Iowa. It was completed in 1964 and is 62 years old. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Height 28 ft (taller than 36.9% in IA)
Dam Length284 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage48 acre-ft
Normal Storage23 acre-ft
Surface Area4 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge0 cfs
Year Completed1964 (62 years old)
Year Modified2013
NID IDIA00918

Safety Information

Significant Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: September 1, 2009
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: IOWA DNR

Ownership

Woodlands Parkway LLC

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Woodlands Parkway Dam?

Woodlands Parkway 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 Woodlands Parkway Dam?

Woodlands Parkway Dam is owned by Woodlands Parkway LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Woodlands Parkway Dam built?

Woodlands Parkway Dam was completed in 1964, making it 62 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.

How tall is Woodlands Parkway Dam?

Woodlands Parkway Dam has a dam height of 28 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 Woodlands Parkway Dam last inspected?

Woodlands Parkway Dam was last inspected on September 1, 2009. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.