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LAKE ELEANOR DAM

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Soil Dam Tr-Granger Creek
May 13, 2025


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Lake Eleanor Dam in Dubuque, Iowa is a privately owned structure with a primary purpose of fire protection, stock, or small fish pond. Constructed in 1967 by the USDA NRCS, this earth dam stands at a height of 28 feet and stretches 483 feet in length, creating a water storage capacity of 57 acre-feet. The dam is located on TR-GRANGER CREEK and is regulated by the Iowa Department of Natural Resources.

Despite being categorized as having low hazard potential, the dam's risk assessment is rated as moderate (3). While the condition assessment is not rated, the dam has not been inspected recently, and emergency preparedness measures such as an emergency action plan (EAP) are not documented. With a surface area of 5 acres and a drainage area of 0.34 square miles, Lake Eleanor Dam plays a crucial role in water resource management in the area.

Enthusiasts of water resources and climate will find Lake Eleanor Dam to be a fascinating example of a privately owned structure serving multiple purposes. Its construction by the USDA NRCS and regulation by the Iowa DNR highlight the importance of proper maintenance and risk assessment for earth dams. As discussions surrounding water storage, emergency preparedness, and environmental impact continue, Lake Eleanor Dam stands as a notable feature in the landscape of Dubuque, Iowa.

Year_Completed 1967
Dam_Height 28
River_Or_Stream TR-GRANGER CREEK
Dam_Length 483
Primary_Dam_Type Earth
Surface_Area 5
Drainage_Area 0.34
Nid_Storage 57
Hazard_Potential Low
Foundations Soil
Nid_Height 28
       

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