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Victora Dam, located in Mt. Etna, Iowa, is a privately owned earth dam designed by the USDA NRCS with a primary purpose of fire protection, stock, or small fish pond. Completed in 1974, this dam stands at a height of 26 feet and stretches 500 feet in length, with a storage capacity of 33 acre-feet. Situated on the TR-Middle Nodaway River, it covers a surface area of 2.9 acres and serves as a vital resource for water management in the region.
Managed by the Iowa Department of Natural Resources, Victora Dam is regulated, permitted, inspected, and enforced to ensure its safety and functionality. With a low hazard potential and moderate risk assessment, the dam contributes to the overall water resource management in the area. While the dam's condition is currently not rated, its risk management measures are in place to address any potential issues that may arise.
This dam plays a crucial role in mitigating flood risks, providing water for agricultural and livestock needs, and supporting the local ecosystem. As a key infrastructure for water resource management in Adair County, Iowa, Victora Dam stands as a testament to the collaborative efforts between private owners, government agencies, and designers to ensure the sustainability and resilience of water resources in the region.
Year_Completed | 1974 |
Dam_Height | 26 |
River_Or_Stream | TR-MIDDLE NODAWAY RIVER |
Dam_Length | 500 |
Primary_Dam_Type | Earth |
Surface_Area | 2.9 |
Drainage_Area | 0.17 |
Nid_Storage | 33 |
Hazard_Potential | Low |
Foundations | Soil |
Nid_Height | 26 |
RACCOON RIVER AT VAN METER | 3120cfs |
EAST FORK 102 RIVER AT BEDFORD | 47cfs |
MIDDLE RACCOON RIVER NEAR BAYARD | 171cfs |
SOUTH RACCOON RIVER AT REDFIELD | 559cfs |
EAST NISHNABOTNA RIVER AT RED OAK | 371cfs |
NODAWAY RIVER AT CLARINDA | 185cfs |
EAST NISHNABOTNA RIVER NEAR ATLANTIC | 158cfs |