Located in Woodbury County, Iowa, Neustrom Subwatershed Site 13-2 is a small earth dam constructed in 1971 by the USDA NRCS for fire protection, stock, and small fish pond purposes.
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With a dam height of 39 feet and a length of 528 feet, this structure provides a maximum storage capacity of 153 acre-feet and serves as a flood risk reduction measure for the area. The dam has a low hazard potential and is currently assessed as being in a not rated condition.
Managed by the local government and regulated by the Iowa Department of Natural Resources, Neustrom Subwatershed Site 13-2 is designed to provide both recreational opportunities and protection for the surrounding area. Situated along TR-Wolf Creek, this dam covers a drainage area of 0.29 square miles and offers a surface area of 4.3 acres. Despite its moderate risk assessment, the dam has not been rated for its condition and lacks any emergency action plan for potential incidents. Overall, Neustrom Subwatershed Site 13-2 stands as a significant water resource infrastructure in the region, contributing to both water management and climate resilience efforts in Woodbury County.
Year Completed |
1971 |
Dam Length |
528 |
Dam Height |
39 |
River Or Stream |
TR-WOLF CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
4.3 |
Drainage Area |
0.29 |
Nid Storage |
153 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
39 |
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