Dams in Emmet County, Iowa
5Total Dams
0High Hazard
0Significant
Dam Safety in Emmet County, Iowa
Emmet County has 5 dams tracked in the National Inventory of Dams.
The average dam in Emmet County is 40 years old. The most common purpose is fire protection, stock, or small fish pond. The tallest dam is Burg Dam at 35 ft.
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Data note: Hazard potential describes the consequences if a dam failed; it does not predict the likelihood of failure. Inspection, condition, and emergency-plan fields can be incomplete or delayed. Check state dam-safety officials and local emergency managers for official guidance.
| Dam | Hazard | Condition | Height (ft) | Purpose | Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Burg Dam | Low | Not Rated | 35 | Grade Stabilization | 2000 |
| Quastad Dam | Low | Not Rated | 35 | Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond | 1975 |
| Schacherer Dam | Low | Not Rated | 33 | Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond | 1979 |
| Tonderum Dam | Low | Not Rated | 21 | Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond | 1970 |
| Koekenhoff Dam | Low | Not Rated | 13 | Fish and Wildlife Pond | 2006 |