Gehring Dam

Iowa, Linn County, Tr- Otter Creek

Location

StateIowa
CountyLinn
RiverTr- Otter Creek
Coordinates42.08250, -91.72360

Physical Characteristics

NID Height28 ft
Dam Height28 ft
Dam Length520 ft
NID Storage259 acre-ft
Max Storage259 acre-ft
Surface Area17 acres

Safety Classification

Hazard PotentialSignificant
Condition AssessmentSatisfactory
EAP StatusNot Required
Last InspectionSeptember 21, 2021
Inspection Frequency5

Dam Information

Year Completed2007
Primary PurposeRecreation
Dam TypeEarth
Owner TypePrivate
OwnerDr David Gehring

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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.

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