Bingham Dam, located in Oakland, Iowa, along the TR-WEST NISHNABOTNA RIVER, was completed in 1961 by the USDA NRCS and serves multiple purposes including fire protection, stock, and small fish pond. This privately owned Earth dam stands at a height of 23 feet and stretches 486 feet in length, with a storage capacity of 83 acre-feet. Despite its uncontrolled spillway type, the dam has a low hazard potential and is rated as moderate risk (3).

Managed by the Iowa DNR, Bingham Dam is state-regulated, inspected, and enforced, ensuring its safety and compliance with regulations. The dam's condition is currently not rated, with no recent inspection or assessment data available. While it does not have a designated Emergency Action Plan (EAP) or inundation maps prepared, the dam meets regulatory guidelines and has moderate risk management measures in place. With its location in Pottawattamie County and its role in water resource management, Bingham Dam is a key element in the local ecosystem and provides valuable water storage for the surrounding area.