Mohrfeld Dam, located in Lee County, Iowa, was completed in 1968 and is owned by a private entity.
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The dam, designed by USDA NRCS, serves multiple purposes including fire protection, stock, and small fish pond. With a height of 23 feet and a length of 362 feet, the dam has a storage capacity of 59 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 4.6 acres.
Managed by the Iowa Department of Natural Resources, Mohrfeld Dam is regulated, permitted, inspected, and enforced by state agencies to ensure its safety and compliance with regulations. The dam has a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment rating. Despite its uncontrolled spillway type, the dam has not been rated for its condition assessment.
Situated on Prairie Creek, Mohrfeld Dam plays a crucial role in water resource management in the area. Enthusiasts interested in climate change and water resources will find the dam's design, purpose, and regulatory oversight intriguing as it contributes to the local ecosystem and provides essential services to the community.
Year Completed |
1968 |
Dam Length |
362 |
Dam Height |
23 |
River Or Stream |
TR-PRAIRIE CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
4.6 |
Drainage Area |
0.37 |
Nid Storage |
59 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
23 |
Skunk River At Augusta
|
188cfs |
Cedar Creek Near Oakland Mills
|
10cfs |
Big Creek Near Mt. Pleasant
|
0cfs |
Des Moines River At St. Francisville
|
1620cfs |
Des Moines River At Keosauqua
|
1800cfs |
Fox River At Wayland
|
8cfs |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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Stephenson Park
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Geode State Park
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Geode State Park Campground
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Grays Landing
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Upper Augusta Skunk River Access
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Welter Recreation Park
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