Hempys Lake Dam
Iowa — Tama County — TR-SUGAR CREEK
Location
| State | Iowa |
| County | Tama |
| River | TR-SUGAR CREEK |
| Coordinates | 42.02640, -92.70460 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 32 ft |
| Dam Height | 32 ft |
| Dam Length | 450 ft |
| NID Storage | 250 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 250 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 11 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | Low |
| Condition Assessment | Not Rated |
| EAP Status | Not Required |
| Last Inspection | — |
| Inspection Frequency | — |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1963 |
| Primary Purpose | Recreation |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Owner Type | Private |
| Owner | Robert Hempy |
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.