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Iowa Noname65 is a local government-owned dam located in Nodaway Lake, Iowa, with a primary purpose classified as "Other." Built in 1975 by the USDA NRCS, the earth dam stands at a height of 24 feet and spans 480 feet in length, with a storage capacity of 73 acre-feet. The dam serves multiple purposes including fire protection, stock, and small fish pond management, while also contributing to flood control efforts for the nearby Nodaway River.
Managed by the Iowa Department of Natural Resources, Iowa Noname65 is regulated and inspected regularly to ensure its structural integrity and compliance with state regulations. With a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment rating, the dam is deemed to pose minimal risk to surrounding areas. Although its condition is currently not rated, the dam's design and construction by the NRCS suggest a commitment to sustainable water resource management and climate resilience in the region. Enthusiasts of water resources and climate initiatives can appreciate Iowa Noname65's contribution to local water management efforts and its role in supporting the ecosystem of Adair County, Iowa.
Year_Completed | 1975 |
Dam_Height | 24 |
River_Or_Stream | TR-NODAWAY RIVER |
Dam_Length | 480 |
Primary_Dam_Type | Earth |
Surface_Area | 4.3 |
Drainage_Area | 0.3 |
Nid_Storage | 73 |
Hazard_Potential | Low |
Foundations | Soil |
Nid_Height | 24 |
WATONWAN RIVER NEAR GARDEN CITY | 396cfs |
REDWOOD RIVER NEAR REDWOOD FALLS | 181cfs |
BLUE EARTH RIVER NEAR RAPIDAN | 1030cfs |
MINNESOTA RIVER AT MANKATO | 5490cfs |
MINNESOTA RIVER AT MORTON | 2670cfs |
LITTLE COTTONWOOD RIVER NEAR COURTLAND | 107cfs |
LE SUEUR RIVER NEAR RAPIDAN | 5200cfs |