Summary
Owned and regulated by a private entity, the dam serves multiple purposes including fire protection, stock, and small fish pond management. With a storage capacity of 51 acre-feet, the dam covers a surface area of 3.1 acres and drains a 0.26 square mile watershed.
Managed by the USDA NRCS, Reinig Dam is primarily constructed of earth with a soil foundation. It has a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment rating. Although the dam's condition is not currently rated, it is inspected, permitted, and regulated by the Iowa Department of Natural Resources. The dam's spillway is uncontrolled, and it does not have any outlet gates or associated structures. As a significant water resource in the region, the dam plays a crucial role in water conservation, management, and emergency preparedness for the local community.
With its strategic location and design, Reinig Dam contributes to the overall water resource management in the area, providing essential services for fire protection, livestock, and small fish pond maintenance. As climate change continues to impact water availability and quality, dams like Reinig play a critical role in ensuring sustainable water usage and conservation practices. As enthusiasts of water resources and climate adaptation, understanding the significance of dams like Reinig is essential in promoting resilient water infrastructure and ecosystem health in the face of changing environmental conditions.
Year Completed |
1959 |
Dam Length |
494 |
Dam Height |
39 |
River Or Stream |
TR-SOLDIER RIVER |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
3.1 |
Drainage Area |
0.26 |
Nid Storage |
51 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
39 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Maple River At Mapleton
|
323cfs |
Little Sioux River Near Turin
|
1040cfs |
Monona-Harrison Ditch Near Turin
|
158cfs |
Soldier River At Pisgah
|
112cfs |
West Fork Ditch At Hornick
|
80cfs |
Boyer River At Logan
|
417cfs |
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.
Reinig Dam