Located in Cherokee, Iowa, the Pilot Rock Subwtrshd Sta 45+48 #2 is a local government-owned earth dam completed in 1963 by the USDA NRCS. This dam serves multiple purposes including fire protection, stock, and small fish pond management, as well as flood risk reduction for the area. With a dam height of 33 feet and a length of 470 feet, it has a storage capacity of 91 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 4 acres.

Managed by the Iowa DNR, this dam on the TR-Little Sioux River has a low hazard potential and is currently rated as "Not Rated" in terms of condition assessment. While the last inspection was conducted in 1978, the dam is regulated, permitted, inspected, and enforced by the state agencies, ensuring its safety and functionality. With a moderate risk assessment score of 3, there are currently no emergency action plans in place for this structure, but it meets the necessary guidelines for risk management measures.

Despite its age, the Pilot Rock Subwtrshd Sta 45+48 #2 continues to play a crucial role in water resource management for the region, highlighting the importance of maintaining and monitoring infrastructure to mitigate potential risks and ensure the safety of communities and ecosystems downstream.