Iowa Noname25 Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 6, 2025

Iowa Noname25, located in Keokuk County, Iowa, is a privately owned dam designed by USDA NRCS, with a primary purpose of fire protection, stock, or small fish pond.


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Summary

Completed in 1972, this earth dam stands at a height of 27 feet and spans a length of 650 feet, with a storage capacity of 91 acre-feet. Situated along the TR-Richland Creek, this dam serves as a crucial resource for water management and recreational activities in the region.

Managed by the Iowa Department of Natural Resources, Iowa Noname25 is regulated, permitted, inspected, and enforced by state agencies to ensure its safety and compliance with regulations. With a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment score, this dam plays a significant role in mitigating flood risks and providing water storage for various purposes. Despite not being rated for its condition, the dam continues to serve the community while being monitored for any necessary maintenance or upgrades in the future.

As a vital infrastructure within the Rock Island District, Iowa Noname25 contributes to the overall water resource management and climate resilience efforts in the region. With its strategic location and functional design, this dam remains a key asset for fire protection, stock management, and recreational activities, highlighting the importance of sustainable water infrastructure for both environmental and societal benefits in Iowa.

Year Completed

1972

Dam Length

650

Dam Height

27

River Or Stream

TR-RICHLAND CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

6.1

Drainage Area

0.7

Nid Storage

91

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Soil

Nid Height

27
       
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Condition Assessment

Satisfactory
No 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

High
Dams 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.