Schroder Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Beach Dam Lowary Dam
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Schroder Dam, located in Henry County, Iowa, was completed in 1968 and serves multiple purposes including fire protection, stock maintenance, and small fish pond management.
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Summary
Owned privately, the dam is regulated by the Iowa Department of Natural Resources and is subject to state permitting, inspection, and enforcement. With a height of 46 feet and a length of 642 feet, Schroder Dam has a storage capacity of 541 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 29.2 acres.
The dam, constructed with earth and soil foundations, spans the TR-BRUSH CREEK and is managed by the Rock Island District of the US Army Corps of Engineers. Despite its low hazard potential and moderate risk assessment, Schroder Dam is not currently rated for its condition. The spillway, classified as uncontrolled, does not have specific dimensions listed, and there are no outlet gates or associated structures mentioned. While the dam's emergency action plan status and inundation maps are not specified, the overall risk management measures and guidelines compliance are not detailed in the available data.
For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Schroder Dam presents an intriguing case study in private ownership and state regulation of a multi-purpose earth dam. With its modest storage capacity and surface area, the dam plays a vital role in local fire protection, stock management, and recreational activities. The lack of detailed information regarding the dam's condition assessment, emergency preparedness, and risk management measures highlights the importance of ongoing monitoring and evaluation to ensure the safety and sustainability of this essential water resource infrastructure.
Year Completed |
1968 |
Dam Length |
642 |
Dam Height |
46 |
River Or Stream |
TR-BRUSH CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
29.2 |
Drainage Area |
0.64 |
Nid Storage |
541 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
46 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Big Creek Near Mt. Pleasant
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0cfs |
Skunk River At Augusta
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188cfs |
Cedar Creek Near Oakland Mills
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10cfs |
Iowa River At Wapello
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4240cfs |
Des Moines River At Keosauqua
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1800cfs |
Des Moines River At St. Francisville
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1620cfs |
Dam Data Reference
Condition Assessment
SatisfactoryNo existing or potential dam safety deficiencies are recognized. Acceptable performance is expected under all loading conditions (static, hydrologic, seismic) in accordance with the minimum applicable state or federal regulatory criteria or tolerable risk guidelines.
Fair
No existing dam safety deficiencies are recognized for normal operating conditions. Rare or extreme hydrologic and/or seismic events may result in a dam safety deficiency. Risk may be in the range to take further action. Note: Rare or extreme event is defined by the regulatory agency based on their minimum
Poor A dam safety deficiency is recognized for normal operating conditions which may realistically occur. Remedial action is necessary. POOR may also be used when uncertainties exist as to critical analysis parameters which identify a potential dam safety deficiency. Investigations and studies are necessary.
Unsatisfactory
A dam safety deficiency is recognized that requires immediate or emergency remedial action for problem resolution.
Not Rated
The dam has not been inspected, is not under state or federal jurisdiction, or has been inspected but, for whatever reason, has not been rated.
Not Available
Dams for which the condition assessment is restricted to approved government users.
Hazard Potential Classification
HighDams assigned the high hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation will probably cause loss of human life.
Significant
Dams assigned the significant hazard potential classification are those dams where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life but can cause economic loss, environment damage, disruption of lifeline facilities, or impact other concerns. Significant hazard potential classification dams are often located in predominantly rural or agricultural areas but could be in areas with population and significant infrastructure.
Low
Dams assigned the low hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life and low economic and/or environmental losses. Losses are principally limited to the owner's property.
Undetermined
Dams for which a downstream hazard potential has not been designated or is not provided.
Not Available
Dams for which the downstream hazard potential is restricted to approved government users.
Area Campgrounds
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Stephenson Park
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Geode State Park Campground
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Geode State Park
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Midwest Old Threshers
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Grays Landing
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Oakland Mills Park
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Schroder Dam