Hammer Dam

Webster County, Iowa (near FORT DODGE)

River/Stream: WEST BRANCH LIZARD

Low Hazard

Failure would cause minimal damage

Key Facts

Dam Type
Earth
Height
50 ft
Dam Length
330 ft
Reservoir Storage
72 acre-ft
Year Completed
1973
Primary Purpose
Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond
Owner Type
Private
Max Discharge
—

Condition Assessment

Not Rated

Hazard Classification: Low — This describes the potential consequences of dam failure, not the likelihood of failure.

Condition Assessment: Not Rated — This describes the current physical condition of the dam based on the most recent inspection.

Location

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Quick Stats

NID ID
IA01643
State
Iowa (IA)
Coordinates
42.59580, -94.43180
Age
53 years

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External Resources

Data sourced from the National Inventory of Dams (NID). Information may not reflect the most current status of this dam. Hazard classification reflects potential consequences of failure, not the likelihood of failure or the current condition.