Lakeside Development Dam dam
Lakeside Development Dam
The Lakeside Development Dam in Cedar Rapids, Iowa was completed in 2005 with the primary purpose of flood risk reduction along the Tr- Indian Creek. Owned by a private entity, this earth dam stands at a height of 45 feet and has a length of 385 feet, providing a storage capacity of 237 acre-feet. The dam is regulated by the Iowa Department of Natural Resources (DNR) and undergoes regular inspections to ensure its structural integrity.
With a significant hazard potential and a satisfactory condition assessment, the Lakeside Development Dam plays a crucial role in mitigating flood risks in the area. Its uncontrolled spillway and rock and soil foundations contribute to its effectiveness in managing water flow during heavy rainfall events. Located in Linn County, this dam has a surface area of 9.8 acres and serves as a key infrastructure for water resource management in the region.
For water resource and climate enthusiasts, the Lakeside Development Dam is a noteworthy structure that demonstrates the importance of proactive flood risk reduction measures. As part of the larger network of dams and reservoirs in the area, this earth dam showcases the collaboration between private owners and state regulatory agencies in safeguarding communities against potential water-related disasters. Its strategic location and design features make it a valuable asset in the overall water resource management system of Cedar Rapids, Iowa.
Dam data reference
Condition Assessment
- Satisfactory
- No existing or potential dam safety deficiencies are recognized. Acceptable performance is expected under all loading conditions (static, hydrologic, seismic) in accordance with the minimum applicable state or federal regulatory criteria or tolerable risk guidelines.
- Fair
- No existing dam safety deficiencies are recognized for normal operating conditions. Rare or extreme hydrologic and/or seismic events may result in a dam safety deficiency. Risk may be in the range to take further action.
- Poor
- A dam safety deficiency is recognized for normal operating conditions which may realistically occur. Remedial action is necessary. POOR may also be used when uncertainties exist as to critical analysis parameters which identify a potential dam safety deficiency.
- Unsatisfactory
- A dam safety deficiency is recognized that requires immediate or emergency remedial action for problem resolution.
- Not Rated
- The dam has not been inspected, is not under state or federal jurisdiction, or has been inspected but, for whatever reason, has not been rated.
Hazard Potential Classification
- High
- Dams assigned the high hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation will probably cause loss of human life.
- Significant
- Dams assigned the significant hazard potential classification are those dams where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, disruption of lifeline facilities, or impact other concerns. Significant hazard potential classification dams are often located in predominantly rural or agricultural areas but could be in areas with population and significant infrastructure.
- Low
- Dams assigned the low hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life and low economic and/or environmental losses. Losses are principally limited to the owner's property.
- Undetermined
- Dams for which a downstream hazard potential has not been designated or is not provided.
Plan around the weather
Same NOAA / yr.no feed Snoflo's iOS app uses. Watch the precipitation column on the meteogram -- rain on the basin upstream typically lifts inflow 24-72 hours later.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loading detailed forecast… | |||||||
15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks.
Nearby streamflow gauges
USGS streamgauges around Lakeside Development Dam -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Cedar River At Cedar Rapids | 4,490 cfs | → |
| Wapsipinicon River Near Anamosa | 967 cfs | → |
| Iowa River Below Coralville Dam Nr Coralville | 2,140 cfs | → |
| Clear Creek Near Oxford | 26 cfs | → |
| Rapid Creek Near Iowa City | 10 cfs | → |
| Clear Creek Near Coralville | 29 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Lakeside Development Dam.
Boat launches
- J Avenue Northeast 201, Cedar Rapids
- Kepler Drive Linn County
- Otter View Road Linn County
- Cedar Park Road Linn County
- Lake Mcbride Road East Big Grove Township
- Lake Mcbride Road Northeast Big Grove Township
Track Lakeside Development Dam in the Snoflo app
Save this dam as a favorite and get the local NOAA / yr.no forecast plus regional flow context wherever you are.
About Lakeside Development Dam
Where does the data for Lakeside Development Dam come from?
Structural and regulatory data come from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers' National Inventory of Dams (NID). Weather forecast comes from NOAA / yr.no -- the same feed Snoflo's iOS app uses.
How often is the report updated?
NID structural data refreshes annually as the Corps publishes updated assessments. The weather forecast refreshes throughout the day.
What does the Significant hazard rating mean?
The Corps of Engineers' hazard potential classification grades probable consequences if the dam fails: High = probable loss of human life; Significant = no probable loss of human life but possible economic loss / environmental damage; Low = no probable loss of human life, only minor economic / environmental losses. See the Dam Data Reference card above for the full definitions.
What's "% of normal"?
The current storage value compared to the historical average storage on this calendar day. 100% = right on average; values above 100% mean above-normal storage (wet year); values below mean below-normal (dry year or drought).
Can I get alerts when storage crosses a threshold?
Yes -- alerts are managed in the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this dam, set a threshold, and you'll get a push the moment conditions cross.
Other water bodies near here
Snoflo-tracked reservoirs and dams within driving distance of Lakeside Development Dam.