Troublesome Cr Watershed Site 47-3 Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 13, 2025
Located in Audubon, Iowa, Troublesome Cr Watershed Site 47-3 is a local government-owned earth dam designed by the USDA NRCS with a primary purpose of fire protection, stock, or small fish pond, as well as flood risk reduction.
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Summary
Completed in 1978, this dam has a height of 34 feet, a length of 500 feet, and a storage capacity of 42 acre-feet. With a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment rating, this dam plays a crucial role in managing water resources in the area.
Managed by the Iowa DNR, Troublesome Cr Watershed Site 47-3 is state-regulated and permitted, with regular inspections and enforcement to ensure its safety and efficiency. The dam is situated on Troublesome Creek and covers a drainage area of 0.22 square miles, providing flood protection and water storage for the local community. Despite not having a condition assessment rating, the dam continues to serve its purpose effectively, contributing to water resource management in the region.
With its strategic location in Atlantic and the support of the Natural Resources Conservation Service, Troublesome Cr Watershed Site 47-3 stands as a vital infrastructure for water resource and climate enthusiasts. As a key component in the water management system, this dam exemplifies the collaboration between local government agencies and federal designers to address the water-related challenges faced by the community, ensuring a sustainable and resilient water resource infrastructure for future generations.
Year Completed |
1978 |
Dam Length |
500 |
Dam Height |
34 |
River Or Stream |
TR-TROUBLESOME CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
2.7 |
Drainage Area |
0.22 |
Nid Storage |
42 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
34 |
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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.
Troublesome Cr Watershed Site 47-3