Appanoose County Roadgrade Dam 19-69-19, located in Rathbun Reservoir, Iowa, is a local government-owned structure designed by the County Engineer and USDA SCS, USDA NRCS.
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Completed in 1965, this earth dam stands at a height of 29 feet and spans a length of 655 feet, with a primary purpose of providing fire protection and serving as a stock or small fish pond. The dam, situated on the TR-South Fork Chariton River, has a storage capacity of 500 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 14 acres, with a drainage area of 1.36 square miles.
Managed by the Iowa DNR, the Appanoose County Roadgrade Dam 19-69-19 has a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment rating. While it has not been rated for its condition, the dam undergoes regular state inspections and permitting to ensure its safety and regulatory compliance. The structure does not have a spillway and is uncontrolled, with no outlet gates or locks associated with it. Despite its age, the dam continues to serve its intended purposes effectively, contributing to the local water resource management efforts in the area.
Year Completed |
1965 |
Dam Length |
655 |
Dam Height |
29 |
River Or Stream |
TR-SOUTH FORK CHARITON RIVER |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
14 |
Drainage Area |
1.36 |
Nid Storage |
500 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
29 |