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BENNETT LAKE DAM

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Soil Dam Tr-Rock Creek
May 13, 2025


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Bennett Lake Dam, located in Dixon, Iowa, is a local government-owned structure with a primary purpose of recreation. Constructed in 1968 by Rystrom Engineering, this earth dam stands at 34 feet high and spans 510 feet in length, with a storage capacity of 122 acre-feet. Situated on TR-ROCK CREEK in Cedar County, Iowa, the dam is regulated by the Iowa Department of Natural Resources and undergoes regular inspections, enforcement, and permitting processes.

Despite its low hazard potential, Bennett Lake Dam is considered to have a moderate risk level, with a risk assessment rating of 3. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway and has not been modified since its last inspection in 1961. With a surface area of 10 acres and a drainage area of 0.21 square miles, the dam provides recreational opportunities for the local community while also serving as a vital water resource. For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Bennett Lake Dam presents a fascinating case study of a well-maintained earth dam in the heart of Iowa.

Year_Completed 1968
Dam_Height 34
River_Or_Stream TR-ROCK CREEK
Dam_Length 510
Primary_Dam_Type Earth
Surface_Area 10
Drainage_Area 0.21
Nid_Storage 122
Hazard_Potential Low
Foundations Soil
Nid_Height 34
       

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