Ledgewood Creek Watershed Site 9-2 Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 14, 2025

Ledgewood Creek Watershed Site 9-2 is a crucial water resource site located in Fremont, Iowa.


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Summary

Owned by the local government, this site is regulated by the Iowa Department of Natural Resources and serves multiple purposes including fire protection, stock, small fish pond, flood risk reduction, and water supply. The dam at this site, completed in 1973, is an earth-type structure with a height of 35 feet and a storage capacity of 211 acre-feet. The site covers a surface area of 9.2 acres and has a drainage area of 1.09 square miles, making it an important feature in managing water resources in the area.

Managed by the USDA NRCS, Ledgewood Creek Watershed Site 9-2 has a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment rating. While the condition assessment is currently not rated, the site meets regulatory standards for inspection, enforcement, and permitting. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway type with no outlet gates, and no locks are present at the site. With a designated emergency action plan and updated contact information, this site is well-prepared to mitigate any potential risks and manage water resources effectively. Ledgewood Creek Watershed Site 9-2 is a valuable asset in the conservation and protection of water resources in the region.

Year Completed

1973

Dam Length

665

Dam Height

35

River Or Stream

TR-LEDGEWOOD CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

9.2

Drainage Area

1.09

Nid Storage

211

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Soil

Nid Height

35
       
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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.