Dawson Dam
Iowa — Des Moines County — TR-DRY BRANCH
Location
| State | Iowa |
| County | Des Moines |
| River | TR-DRY BRANCH |
| Coordinates | 40.87770, -91.09230 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 40 ft |
| Dam Height | 40 ft |
| Dam Length | 272 ft |
| NID Storage | 56 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 56 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 3 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | Low |
| Condition Assessment | Not Rated |
| EAP Status | Not Required |
| Last Inspection | — |
| Inspection Frequency | — |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1972 |
| Primary Purpose | Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Owner Type | Private |
| Owner | Orville L Dawson |
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.