Wells Dam
Iowa, Lucas County, TR-CHARITON RIVER
Location
| State | Iowa |
| County | Lucas |
| River | TR-CHARITON RIVER |
| Coordinates | 40.96920, -93.32910 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 25 ft |
| Dam Height | 25 ft |
| Dam Length | 560 ft |
| NID Storage | 100 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 100 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 8 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | Low |
| Condition Assessment | Not Rated |
| EAP Status | Not Required |
| Last Inspection | September 24, 1963 |
| Inspection Frequency | - |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1960 |
| Primary Purpose | Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Owner Type | Private |
| Owner | Jerry Wells |
Location Map
About This Dam Record
Dam safety data is maintained by the Army Corps of Engineers National Inventory of Dams (NID). High-hazard dams are those where failure could cause loss of life or major property damage downstream.