Schaben Dam, located in Woodbine, Iowa, is a privately owned structure designed by the USDA NRCS and regulated by the Iowa DNR. Completed in 1970, this earth dam stands at a height of 48 feet and stretches 438 feet in length, with a primary purpose of providing fire protection, stock, or serving as a small fish pond. The dam has a storage capacity of 30 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 4 acres, with a drainage area of 0.28 square miles.

Despite its low hazard potential, Schaben Dam is considered to have a moderate risk level with a rating of 3. It has not been rated for condition assessment, and there are no current emergency action plans in place. The dam is equipped with an uncontrolled spillway and does not have outlet gates or locks. While the structure has not been modified in recent years, it undergoes regular state inspections, permitting, and enforcement to ensure its safety and compliance with regulations. Overall, Schaben Dam serves as an important resource for water management and conservation efforts in the area, particularly for fire protection and stock purposes.