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Iowa Noname71 is a privately owned dam located in Guthrie County, Iowa, along the TR-South Raccoon River. Built in 1976 by the USDA NRCS, this earth dam stands at 27 feet in height and spans 420 feet in length. With a primary purpose of fire protection, stock, or small fish pond, the dam has a storage capacity of 97 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 7.9 acres.
Managed by the Iowa DNR, Iowa Noname71 is regulated by the state and undergoes regular inspections, permitting, and enforcement. Despite being classified as having a low hazard potential, the dam is considered to have a moderate risk level (3). While its condition is not currently rated, the dam is in operation and serves its designated purposes effectively.
Located in a rural area of Iowa, Iowa Noname71 plays a vital role in water resource management and supports local fire protection and agricultural activities. With its historical significance dating back to the 1970s, the dam continues to be a critical infrastructure in the region and is closely monitored by state regulatory agencies to ensure its safety and functionality.
Year_Completed | 1976 |
Dam_Height | 27 |
River_Or_Stream | TR-SOUTH RACCOON RIVER |
Dam_Length | 420 |
Primary_Dam_Type | Earth |
Surface_Area | 7.9 |
Drainage_Area | 0.21 |
Nid_Storage | 97 |
Hazard_Potential | Low |
Foundations | Soil |
Nid_Height | 27 |
MINNESOTA RIVER AT MANKATO | 7060cfs |
LE SUEUR RIVER NEAR RAPIDAN | 3860cfs |
WATONWAN RIVER NEAR GARDEN CITY | 685cfs |
BLUE EARTH RIVER NEAR RAPIDAN | 2670cfs |
MINNESOTA RIVER AT NEW ULM | 1680cfs |
COTTONWOOD RIVER NEAR NEW ULM | 567cfs |
LITTLE COTTONWOOD RIVER NEAR COURTLAND | 150cfs |