Volkmar Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 13, 2025
Volkmar Dam, located in Taylor County, Iowa, is a privately owned earth dam designed by the USDA NRCS in 1970.
°F
°F
mph
Wind
%
Humidity
Summary
The dam's primary purpose is for fire protection, stock, or small fish pond use, with a storage capacity of 79 acre-feet and a surface area of 5.3 acres. Situated on the TR-East Fork 102 River, the dam plays a crucial role in the local water resource management, with a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment rating.
Managed by the Iowa Department of Natural Resources, Volkmar Dam is regulated, permitted, inspected, and enforced by the state agency to ensure its safety and compliance with regulations. With a spillway type of uncontrolled and a structural height of 25 feet, the dam serves as a vital infrastructure for water storage and management in the region. Although the dam's condition assessment is currently not rated, its risk management measures are in place to mitigate any potential hazards.
Water resource and climate enthusiasts will find Volkmar Dam to be an intriguing piece of infrastructure that contributes to the sustainable management of water resources in Iowa. With its historical significance dating back to the 1970s and its continued role in fire protection and stock pond purposes, the dam showcases the importance of proper dam design and regulation for ensuring water security in the region. As a privately owned structure with state oversight, Volkmar Dam highlights the collaborative efforts between stakeholders to safeguard water resources and mitigate risks associated with dam infrastructure.
Year Completed |
1970 |
Dam Length |
465 |
Dam Height |
25 |
River Or Stream |
TR-EAST FORK 102 RIVER |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
5.3 |
Drainage Area |
0.33 |
Nid Storage |
79 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
25 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
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.
Volkmar Dam