Hydroelectric Dams in Iowa
Iowa has 9 hydroelectric dams. The dam generates hydroelectric power by channeling water through turbines, converting the energy of flowing water into electricity.
| # | Dam | County | Height (ft) | Hazard | Condition | Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Iowa Falls Milldam | Hardin | 26 | Significant | Fair | 1925 |
| 2 | Maquoketa Milldam | Jackson | 26 | Significant | Satisfactory | 1923 |
| 3 | Mitchell Mill Dam | Mitchell | 19 | Low | Satisfactory | 1925 |
| 4 | Cedar Rapids Milldam (5 In 1) | Linn | 16 | Significant | Satisfactory | 1978 |
| 5 | Ottumwa | Wapello | 16 | Low | Satisfactory | 1960 |
| 6 | Waverly Milldam | Bremer | 12 | Low | Satisfactory | 1872 |
| 7 | Anamosa | Jones | 12 | Low | Satisfactory | 1909 |
| 8 | Greene Mill Dam | Butler | 11 | Low | Satisfactory | 1925 |
| 9 | Amana Millrace Diversion Dam | Iowa | 9 | Low | Not Rated |