Ledgewood Creek Watershed Site 9-4 Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 14, 2025
Ledgewood Creek Watershed Site 9-4, located in Iowa's Fremont County, is a vital water resource managed by the local government for various purposes including fire protection, stock maintenance, and small fish pond management.
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Summary
Designed by the USDA NRCS in 1973, this earth dam stands at a height of 44 feet and boasts a storage capacity of 125 acre-feet, serving as a crucial element in flood risk reduction for the area. With a low hazard potential and moderate risk assessment, this dam plays a significant role in water management within the region.
This watershed site, situated along the TR-Ledgewood Creek, falls under the regulatory purview of the Iowa DNR, ensuring state-permitted inspections and enforcement for its upkeep. With a drainage area of 0.34 square miles and a surface area of 6.9 acres, Ledgewood Creek Watershed Site 9-4 plays a crucial role in maintaining water levels in the region and providing essential resources for both wildlife and human populations. Despite not having a current condition assessment, this dam continues to be a reliable asset for water conservation and management in the area.
With a primary purpose of fire protection and stock maintenance, Ledgewood Creek Watershed Site 9-4 is a key element in the local water infrastructure, contributing to the overall resilience of the region against potential natural disasters. As a part of the larger network managed by the USDA NRCS, this site exemplifies the importance of responsible water resource management and the collaborative efforts between local government agencies and federal design entities in ensuring the safety and sustainability of water resources for both current and future generations.
Year Completed |
1973 |
Dam Length |
650 |
Dam Height |
44 |
River Or Stream |
TR-LEDGEWOOD CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
6.9 |
Drainage Area |
0.34 |
Nid Storage |
125 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
44 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Nishnabotna River Above Hamburg
|
450cfs |
West Nishnabotna River At Randolph
|
508cfs |
Missouri River At Nebraska City
|
23700cfs |
Tarkio River At Fairfax Mo
|
63cfs |
Weeping Water Creek At Union
|
20cfs |
Little Nemaha River At Auburn
|
82cfs |
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.
Ledgewood Creek Watershed Site 9-4