Leech Hollow Subwatershed Site C-12 Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 14, 2025
Leech Hollow Subwatershed Site C-12 is a local government-owned earth dam located in Monona, Iowa, designed by SHIVE HATTERY and ASSOC and USDA SCS.
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Summary
Completed in 1978, it serves multiple purposes including fire protection, stock, small fish pond, flood risk reduction, and recreation. The dam has a height of 52 feet and a length of 520 feet, with a storage capacity of 250 acre-feet and a normal storage of 116 acre-feet.
Situated on TR-MC CLAREY CREEK, this dam is regulated by the Iowa DNR and undergoes state permitting, inspection, and enforcement. With a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment rating, the dam currently has a condition assessment of "Not Rated" and lacks an emergency action plan. Despite its relatively low risk, the dam plays a crucial role in water resource management and climate resilience efforts in the region, highlighting the importance of ongoing monitoring and maintenance to ensure its continued safety and effectiveness.
Year Completed |
1978 |
Dam Length |
520 |
Dam Height |
52 |
River Or Stream |
TR-MC CLAREY CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
11.8 |
Drainage Area |
0.7 |
Nid Storage |
250 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
52 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Maple River At Mapleton
|
323cfs |
Little Sioux River Near Turin
|
1040cfs |
Monona-Harrison Ditch Near Turin
|
158cfs |
West Fork Ditch At Hornick
|
80cfs |
Soldier River At Pisgah
|
112cfs |
Little Sioux River At Correctionville
|
327cfs |
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.
Leech Hollow Subwatershed Site C-12