4Total Dams
0High Hazard
1Significant
Dam Safety in Hamilton County, Iowa
Hamilton County has 4 dams tracked in the National Inventory of Dams. Another 1 carry a significant hazard classification.
The average dam in Hamilton County is 38 years old. The most common purpose is recreation. The tallest dam is Briggs Woods Lake Dam at 44 ft.
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| Dam | Hazard | Condition | Height (ft) | Purpose | Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Briggs Woods Lake Dam | Significant | Satisfactory | 44 | Recreation | 1968 |
| Kesler Dam | Low | Not assessed | 32 | Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond | 1984 |
| Idot Roadgrade Dam 32-88-25 | Low | Not assessed | 28 | Other | 1977 |
| Knutson Dam | Low | Not assessed | 9 | Flood Risk Reduction | 2022 |