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IOWA NONAME68

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Soil Dam Tr-Brushy Creek
April 2, 2025


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Iowa Noname68 is a privately owned dam located in Guthrie County, Iowa, specifically in the city of Monteith. Built in 1974 by the USDA NRCS, this earth dam has a height of 28 feet and a length of 480 feet, providing fire protection and serving as a stock or small fish pond. With a storage capacity of 118 acre-feet, this dam covers a surface area of 5.5 acres and drains a 0.64 square mile watershed area.

Managed by the Iowa DNR, Iowa Noname68 is state-regulated and undergoes regular inspections and enforcement to ensure safety and compliance. Despite its low hazard potential and moderate risk assessment, the dam's condition has not been rated. With a spillway type of uncontrolled, Iowa Noname68 poses minimal risk to its surroundings, but its maintenance and emergency preparedness remain essential to prevent any potential issues. Overall, this dam serves as a key asset for water resource management and ecosystem protection in the area.

Located along the TR-Brushy Creek river/stream, Iowa Noname68 contributes to the local water supply and ecosystem health. With its primary purpose of fire protection and stock/small fish pond, this dam stands as a crucial infrastructure for the community. As climate change continues to impact water resources, the proper management and maintenance of dams like Iowa Noname68 are essential to ensure sustainable water use and environmental resilience in the face of changing conditions.

Year_Completed 1974
Dam_Height 28
River_Or_Stream TR-BRUSHY CREEK
Dam_Length 480
Primary_Dam_Type Earth
Surface_Area 5.5
Drainage_Area 0.64
Nid_Storage 118
Hazard_Potential Low
Foundations Soil
Nid_Height 28
       



       

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