Lake Oelwein Dam
Iowa, Fayette County, OTTER CREEK
Location
| State | Iowa |
| County | Fayette |
| River | OTTER CREEK |
| Coordinates | 42.64660, -91.91590 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 16 ft |
| Dam Height | 16 ft |
| Dam Length | 195 ft |
| NID Storage | 200 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 200 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 50 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | Low |
| Condition Assessment | Not Rated |
| EAP Status | Not Required |
| Last Inspection | July 26, 1988 |
| Inspection Frequency | - |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1908 |
| Primary Purpose | Recreation |
| Dam Type | Gravity |
| Owner Type | Local Government |
| Owner | City of Oelwein |
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.