Lake Panorama Dredge Containment Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 13, 2025

Lake Panorama Dredge Containment in Iowa is a private earth dam completed in 2013 with a primary purpose other than flood control.


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Summary

Located in Guthrie County, this dam has a height of 52 feet and a length of 1800 feet, providing a storage capacity of 204 acre-feet. The dam is regulated by the Iowa Department of Natural Resources and is subject to regular inspections to ensure its fair condition and significant hazard potential.

The dam's construction was overseen by Shive-Hattery and its location on a tributary to Lake Panorama contributes to its important role in managing water resources in the area. With a surface area of 11.9 acres and a drainage area of 0.07 square miles, the dam plays a crucial role in controlling water flow and storage. The spillway width of 15 feet allows for controlled release of water during periods of high flow, reducing the risk of flooding downstream.

Overall, Lake Panorama Dredge Containment serves as a vital infrastructure for water management in the region, providing storage capacity and flood control measures. Its fair condition and regular inspections ensure its continued functionality in protecting the surrounding community from potential hazards. As a key component of the local water resource system, this dam plays a crucial role in maintaining the balance between water supply and demand in the area.

Year Completed

2013

Dam Length

1800

Dam Height

52

River Or Stream

Trib to Lake Panorama (Raccon River)

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

11.9

Drainage Area

0.07

Nid Storage

204

Hazard Potential

Significant

Foundations

Soil

Nid Height

52
       
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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. Note: Rare or extreme event is defined by the regulatory agency based on their minimum
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. Investigations and studies are necessary.
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.
Not Available
Dams for which the condition assessment is restricted to approved government users.

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, environment 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.
Not Available
Dams for which the downstream hazard potential is restricted to approved government users.