Big Hollow Dam
Iowa — Des Moines County — Big Hollow Creek
Location
| State | Iowa |
| County | Des Moines |
| River | Big Hollow Creek |
| Coordinates | 40.94280, -91.23750 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 60 ft |
| Dam Height | 60 ft |
| Dam Length | 795 ft |
| NID Storage | 5,942 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 5,942 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 178 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | Significant |
| Condition Assessment | Satisfactory |
| EAP Status | Yes |
| Last Inspection | June 12, 2020 |
| Inspection Frequency | 5 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 2008 |
| Primary Purpose | Recreation |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Owner Type | Local Government |
| Owner | Des Moines County Conservation Board |
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.