Deer Creek Dam
Iowa — Plymouth County — DEER CREEK
Location
| State | Iowa |
| County | Plymouth |
| River | DEER CREEK |
| Coordinates | 42.71810, -96.50450 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 55 ft |
| Dam Height | 55 ft |
| Dam Length | 745 ft |
| NID Storage | 1,400 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 1,400 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 44 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | High |
| Condition Assessment | Satisfactory |
| EAP Status | Yes |
| Last Inspection | June 19, 2023 |
| Inspection Frequency | 2 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1995 |
| Primary Purpose | Recreation |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Owner Type | State |
| Owner | Iowa Department of Natural Resources |
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.