White Oak Lake Dam, located in Mahaska, Iowa, is a significant earth dam completed in 1983 for the primary purpose of recreation.
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Managed by the local government, specifically the Iowa Department of Natural Resources, this dam stands at a height of 39 feet and spans 555 feet in length. With a storage capacity of 393 acre-feet, the dam creates a surface area of 20 acres and serves as a popular recreational spot along the TR- Snyder Creek.
The dam's spillway, of uncontrolled type, has a width of 2 feet, while its hazard potential is deemed significant with a satisfactory condition assessment. Despite a moderate risk assessment rating, the dam has undergone regular inspections every five years, with the last one conducted in May 2016. The overall risk management measures and emergency preparedness details for White Oak Lake Dam remain unspecified, suggesting that further evaluation of its safety protocols may be necessary for water resource and climate enthusiasts invested in its preservation and operation.
Year Completed |
1983 |
Dam Length |
555 |
Dam Height |
39 |
River Or Stream |
TR- SNYDER CR. |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
20 |
Drainage Area |
0.94 |
Nid Storage |
393 |
Hazard Potential |
Significant |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
39 |
South Skunk River Near Oskaloosa
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485cfs |
North Skunk River Near Sigourney
|
97cfs |
Des Moines River At Ottumwa
|
1090cfs |
Des Moines River Near Tracy
|
1400cfs |
Cedar Creek Near Bussey
|
11cfs |
Des Moines River Near Pella
|
2080cfs |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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Lake Keomah State Park
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Lake Keomah State Park Campground
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Glendale Access
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Quercus Wilderness Area
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