Union Grove Lake Dam
Iowa — Tama County — DEER CREEK
Location
| State | Iowa |
| County | Tama |
| River | DEER CREEK |
| Coordinates | 42.12430, -92.71950 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 29 ft |
| Dam Height | 29 ft |
| Dam Length | 1,205 ft |
| NID Storage | 2,120 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 2,120 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 117 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | Significant |
| Condition Assessment | Fair |
| EAP Status | Not Required |
| Last Inspection | October 3, 2023 |
| Inspection Frequency | 5 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1920 |
| 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.