Lake Sundown Dam
Iowa — Appanoose County — SOUTH SOAP CREEK
Location
| State | Iowa |
| County | Appanoose |
| River | SOUTH SOAP CREEK |
| Coordinates | 40.83210, -92.72120 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 51 ft |
| Dam Height | 51 ft |
| Dam Length | 1,530 ft |
| NID Storage | 12,640 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 12,640 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 440 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | Significant |
| Condition Assessment | Satisfactory |
| EAP Status | Not Required |
| Last Inspection | August 2, 2023 |
| Inspection Frequency | 5 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1976 |
| Primary Purpose | Recreation |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Owner Type | Private |
| Owner | Coves of Sundown Lake Owners Association |
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.