Pleasant Valley Subwtrshd #2a Sta 79+48 Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 15, 2025
Pleasant Valley Subwtrshd #2a Sta 79+48, located in Battle Creek, Iowa, is a vital water resource managed by the USDA NRCS for fire protection, stock, and small fish pond purposes.
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Summary
This Earth-type dam, completed in 1963, stands at a height of 33 feet and stretches 725 feet in length, with a storage capacity of 64 acre-feet. It serves as a flood risk reduction measure for the surrounding area, with a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment rating.
The dam's location along the TR-MAPLE CREEK river stream in Ida County, Iowa, makes it a key infrastructure for water management and conservation in the region. Operated and regulated by the Iowa DNR, the dam ensures the safety and security of the local community by providing a reliable water source for various uses. With a drainage area of 0.82 square miles and a surface area of 3.8 acres, this dam plays a crucial role in maintaining water quality and quantity in the area.
Despite its age, Pleasant Valley Subwtrshd #2a Sta 79+48 remains in good condition, with no recent inspections or condition assessments reported. With its strategic location and critical function in water resource management, this dam exemplifies the importance of sustainable infrastructure for climate resilience and water security in the face of changing environmental conditions.
Year Completed |
1963 |
Dam Length |
725 |
Dam Height |
33 |
River Or Stream |
TR-MAPLE CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
3.8 |
Drainage Area |
0.82 |
Nid Storage |
64 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
33 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Little Sioux River At Correctionville
|
327cfs |
Maple River At Mapleton
|
323cfs |
West Fork Ditch At Hornick
|
80cfs |
North Raccoon River Near Sac City
|
312cfs |
Little Sioux River Near Turin
|
1040cfs |
Monona-Harrison Ditch Near Turin
|
158cfs |
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.
Pleasant Valley Subwtrshd #2a Sta 79+48