Ottumwa
Iowa, Wapello County, Des Moines River
Location
| State | Iowa |
| County | Wapello |
| River | Des Moines River |
| Coordinates | 41.01597, -92.41571 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 16 ft |
| Dam Height | 16 ft |
| Dam Length | 781 ft |
| NID Storage | 5,000 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 5,000 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 500 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | Low |
| Condition Assessment | Satisfactory |
| EAP Status | Yes |
| Last Inspection | June 2, 2022 |
| Inspection Frequency | 3 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1960 |
| Primary Purpose | Hydroelectric |
| Dam Type | Gravity |
| Owner Type | Local Government |
| Owner | Ottumwa, City of |
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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.