River/Stream: Turkey River

Built: 1844, 1867, 1899, 1914. Last reconstructed in 1922. Broken flood gate repaired January, 2021.

Owner: City of Elkader

Height: 16 ft.

Length: 205 ft.

Hazards: portage, usage, height

Warning Signs:

Comments: Upon arriving in Elkader you will notice the large water tower, be prepared to portage on river-left. DO NOT pass the portage as this dam is located just downstream. River users will portage around this large dam, the historic Keystone Bridge and the Elkader Whitewater Park.