Dams in Jones County, Iowa
9Total Dams
0High Hazard
0Significant
Dam Safety in Jones County, Iowa
Jones County has 9 dams tracked in the National Inventory of Dams.
The average dam in Jones County is 64 years old. The most common purpose is fire protection, stock, or small fish pond. The tallest dam is Norlin Dam at 30 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Norlin Dam | Low | Not Rated | 30 | Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond | 2000 |
| Rolling Hills Estate Dam - Jones County | Low | Not Rated | 30 | Recreation | 2006 |
| Central Park Lake Dam | Low | Not Rated | 23 | Recreation | 1965 |
| Clymer Dam | Low | Not Rated | 20 | Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond | 1997 |
| Anamosa State Reformatory Dam | Low | Not Rated | 19 | Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond | 1963 |
| Pence Dam | Low | Not Rated | 17 | Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond | 1971 |
| Monticello Milldam | Low | Not Rated | 12 | Recreation | 1914 |
| Anamosa | Low | Satisfactory | 12 | Hydroelectric | 1909 |
| Oxford Mill Dam | Low | Not Rated | 9 | Other | 1927 |