Davis-Battle Cr. Watershed Site C-12-2 Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 13, 2025
Located in Monona, Iowa, the Davis-Battle Cr.
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Summary
Watershed Site C-12-2 is a local government-owned dam designed by USDA NRCS for fire protection, stock, or small fish pond purposes. Completed in 1964, this earth dam stands at a height of 39 feet and has a length of 466 feet, with a storage capacity of 49 acre-feet. The dam serves to reduce flood risks in the area and is regulated by the Iowa DNR, with state permitting, inspection, and enforcement in place to ensure its safety and compliance.
The dam's primary purpose is to provide fire protection and water storage for livestock and fish, while also contributing to flood risk reduction efforts. It sits along the TR-Soldier River and is under the jurisdiction of the Iowa DNR, with a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment rating. Despite its age, the dam's condition is currently not rated, highlighting the need for ongoing monitoring and maintenance to ensure its continued effectiveness and safety in the face of changing climate conditions.
With a surface area of 2.3 acres and a drainage area of 0.33 square miles, the Davis-Battle Cr. Watershed Site C-12-2 plays a vital role in water resource management in the region. As climate change continues to impact water availability and quality, the dam serves as a crucial infrastructure for mitigating risks and ensuring water security for the community. It is essential for water resource and climate enthusiasts to monitor and support sustainable practices in managing and maintaining such critical watershed sites to safeguard water resources for future generations.
Year Completed |
1964 |
Dam Length |
466 |
Dam Height |
39 |
River Or Stream |
TR-SOLDIER RIVER |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
2.3 |
Drainage Area |
0.33 |
Nid Storage |
49 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
39 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Little Sioux River Near Turin
|
1040cfs |
Monona-Harrison Ditch Near Turin
|
158cfs |
Soldier River At Pisgah
|
112cfs |
Maple River At Mapleton
|
323cfs |
Missouri River At Decatur
|
15500cfs |
West Fork Ditch At Hornick
|
80cfs |
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.
Davis-Battle Cr. Watershed Site C-12-2