Mathes
Iowa — Des Moines County — Long Creek
Location
| State | Iowa |
| County | Des Moines |
| River | Long Creek |
| Coordinates | 40.78164, -91.25241 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 64 ft |
| Dam Height | 64 ft |
| Dam Length | 1,120 ft |
| NID Storage | 1,440 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 1,440 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 74 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | Low |
| Condition Assessment | Poor |
| EAP Status | Yes |
| Last Inspection | October 11, 2016 |
| Inspection Frequency | 4 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1941 |
| Primary Purpose | Recreation |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Owner Type | Federal |
| Owner | Iowa Army Ammunition Plant |
| Other Name | Mathes Lake |
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.