Bechert Dam - Lower Site

Low HazardNot Rated ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Not Required

Location

StateIowa
CountyKeokuk
Nearest CityCOPPOCK
River/StreamTR- SOUTH SKUNK RIVER
Coordinates41.25320, -92.30280

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height7 ft
Dam Height7 ft
Year Completed1999 (27 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage451 acre-ft
Max Storage451 acre-ft
Normal Storage209 acre-ft
Surface Area95 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Spillway TypeUncontrolled

Ownership & Safety

PurposeFish and Wildlife Pond
OwnerIowa Department of Natural Resources
Owner TypeState
Hazard ClassificationLow
Condition AssessmentNot Rated
Emergency Action PlanNot Required

Identifiers

NID IDIA03317
Federal IDIA03317
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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