F.W.Kent Park Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 6, 2025

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Summary

Kent Park Dam, located in Tiffin, Iowa, is a local government-owned structure that serves as a key recreational site in Johnson County. Completed in 1972, the earth dam stands at a height of 34 feet and spans 850 feet in length, creating a reservoir with a maximum storage capacity of 336 acre-feet. The dam is situated on TR-Clear Creek and is regulated by the Iowa Department of Natural Resources, with state permitting, inspection, and enforcement procedures in place to ensure its safety and compliance.

With a hazard potential rated as low and a moderate risk assessment, F.W. Kent Park Dam has not been assigned a condition assessment rating. Despite this, the dam plays a crucial role in providing recreational opportunities for the local community, offering a surface area of 28.7 acres and a drainage area of 1.09 square miles. While the spillway is uncontrolled, the dam's primary purpose is for recreation, attracting water resource and climate enthusiasts to enjoy the scenic beauty and activities offered at the park.

Managed by local authorities and designed by Powers-Willis & Associates, F.W. Kent Park Dam stands as a testament to the importance of water resource management and climate resilience in enhancing community well-being. As a focal point for outdoor recreation and environmental stewardship, the dam exemplifies the harmonious coexistence of human activities with natural resources, showcasing the value of sustainable development in safeguarding our waterways for future generations.

Year Completed

1972

Dam Length

850

Dam Height

34

River Or Stream

TR-CLEAR CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

28.7

Drainage Area

1.09

Nid Storage

336

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Soil

Nid Height

34
       
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Condition Assessment

Satisfactory
No 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

High
Dams 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.