Iowa Noname85 is a state-regulated dam located in Fremont County, Iowa, along the TR-West Nishnabotna River.
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Built in 1976 by the Iowa Department of Transportation (IDOT), this earth dam stands at a height of 39 feet and serves multiple purposes including fire protection, stock, and small fish pond. With a storage capacity of 157 acre-feet, the dam covers a surface area of 4 acres and has a drainage area of 0.06 square miles.
Owned and regulated by the Iowa Department of Natural Resources (DNR), Iowa Noname85 has a low hazard potential and is categorized as a moderate risk (3) structure. Despite not being rated for its condition, the dam is inspected, permitted, and enforced by state authorities. It is equipped with an uncontrolled spillway and has not been modified since its completion. The dam's emergency action plan status, inundation maps, and risk management measures remain unspecified, indicating a potential area for further assessment and development to ensure its resilience in the face of climate change impacts. Overall, Iowa Noname85 serves as a crucial infrastructure for water resource management in the region, highlighting the importance of sustainable practices and risk mitigation strategies for climate enthusiasts to consider.
Year Completed |
1976 |
Dam Height |
39 |
River Or Stream |
TR-WEST NISHNABOTNA RIVER |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
4 |
Drainage Area |
0.06 |
Nid Storage |
157 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
39 |
Nishnabotna River Above Hamburg
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605cfs |
Missouri River At Nebraska City
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25100cfs |
West Nishnabotna River At Randolph
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420cfs |
Weeping Water Creek At Union
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20cfs |
Little Nemaha River At Auburn
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82cfs |
Tarkio River At Fairfax Mo
|
55cfs |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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Waubonsie State Park Campground
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Waubonsie State Park
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Victorian Acres Campground
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Riverview Marina State Rec Area
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