Parkview Lake Dam, located in Urbandale, Iowa, serves as a crucial infrastructure for flood risk reduction in the area.
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Built in 1978 by the City of Urbandale, this earth dam stands 21 feet tall and stretches for 870 feet along Karen Acres Creek. With a storage capacity of 95 acre-feet, the dam helps mitigate flood risks while also providing recreational opportunities for the community.
Managed by the Iowa Department of Natural Resources, Parkview Lake Dam has been deemed to have a high hazard potential due to its location and the surrounding drainage area of 0.41 square miles. Despite this, the dam's condition was assessed as satisfactory during the last inspection in June 2019. The dam's spillway, which is uncontrolled and 5 feet wide, helps regulate water levels during heavy rainfall events.
While the dam poses some moderate risks, the City of Urbandale has taken measures to ensure its safe operation and maintenance. With its strategic location and importance in flood risk reduction efforts, Parkview Lake Dam stands as a key asset in water resource management for the community of Urbandale and beyond.
Year Completed |
1978 |
Dam Length |
870 |
Dam Height |
21 |
River Or Stream |
KAREN ACRES CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
3 |
Drainage Area |
0.41 |
Nid Storage |
95 |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
21 |
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|
183cfs |
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|
10cfs |
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855cfs |
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587cfs |
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418cfs |
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1200cfs |