Liike Brothers Dam, located in Marion, Iowa, near the Red Rock Reservoir, was completed in 1976 and is owned privately.
Designed by the USDA NRCS, this earth dam stands at a height of 34 feet and spans 650 feet, with a storage capacity of 61 acre-feet. The dam serves multiple purposes including fire protection, stock, small fish pond, and water supply, making it a vital resource for the local community.
Managed by the Iowa DNR, Liike Brothers Dam is regulated, inspected, and enforced by the state to ensure its safety and functionality. With a low hazard potential and moderate risk assessment, the dam plays a crucial role in flood control and water resource management in the area. While the dam's condition is currently not rated, it continues to serve its primary purposes effectively.
As a part of the Kansas City District, Liike Brothers Dam contributes to the overall water management efforts in the region, with a focus on sustainable resource utilization and environmental conservation. With its strategic location on the TR-White Breast Creek and a surface area of 4.4 acres, the dam remains a significant infrastructure for water storage and supply, highlighting the importance of efficient dam management in addressing climate-related challenges.
Wind
Humidity
Year Completed |
1976 |
Dam Length |
650 |
Dam Height |
34 |
River Or Stream |
TR-WHITE BREAST CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
4.4 |
Drainage Area |
0.23 |
Nid Storage |
61 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
34 |
White Breast Creek Near Dallas
|
5cfs |
English Creek Near Knoxville
|
2cfs |
Des Moines River Near Pella
|
3520cfs |
Cedar Creek Near Bussey
|
11cfs |
Des Moines River Near Tracy
|
1400cfs |
South River Near Ackworth
|
44cfs |