Lake Panorama is a man-made reservoir located in Panora, Iowa. It was created in the 1960s by damming the Middle Raccoon River. The lake has a surface area of over 1,600 acres and a maximum depth of 50 feet. It is primarily used for recreation, including boating, fishing, and swimming. The lake is also a popular destination for golfers, with two golf courses located on its shores. The hydrology of the lake is supported by a variety of surface water sources, including runoff from surrounding land, as well as snowmelt and precipitation. Agriculture is a significant land use in the area, with corn and soybeans being the primary crops grown in the region. The lake provides important habitat for a variety of aquatic species, including walleye, largemouth bass, and northern pike.
Windspeed
Humidity
Gage Height, Ft 24hr Change | -0.07% |
Percent of Normal | 100% |
Minimum |
40.96 ft
2015-10-10 |
Maximum |
46.56 ft
2013-06-15 |
Average | 46 ft |
Dam_Height | 70 |
Drainage_Area | 440 |
Year_Completed | 1969 |
Nid_Storage | 60200 |
Hazard_Potential | Significant |
Primary_Dam_Type | Earth |
River_Or_Stream | MIDDLE RACCOON RIVER |
Foundations | Rock, Soil |
Surface_Area | 1260 |
Dam_Length | 815 |
Nid_Height | 70 |
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