Troublesome Cr Watershed Site 50-2 Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 13, 2025
Located in Audubon, Iowa, Troublesome Cr Watershed Site 50-2 is a dam constructed in 1979 by the USDA NRCS for fire protection, stock, and small fish pond purposes.
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Summary
This earth dam stands at a height of 30 feet and has a length of 775 feet, providing a storage capacity of 245 acre-feet. The dam serves to reduce flood risks for the surrounding area and is regulated by the Iowa Department of Natural Resources.
With a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment rating, Troublesome Cr Watershed Site 50-2 plays a crucial role in water resource management in the region. The dam is designed to handle controlled overflow through an uncontrolled spillway, ensuring the safety of downstream areas during periods of heavy rainfall. While the dam's condition is not currently rated, regular inspections and maintenance are carried out to uphold its structural integrity.
Furthermore, the dam's location along Gully 50 Troublesome Creek highlights its importance in protecting the local ecosystem and supporting biodiversity. As climate change continues to pose challenges for water resources, the presence of structures like Troublesome Cr Watershed Site 50-2 becomes increasingly significant in safeguarding communities and natural habitats against potential risks and hazards.
Year Completed |
1979 |
Dam Length |
775 |
Dam Height |
30 |
River Or Stream |
GULLY 50 TROUBLESOME CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
3.3 |
Drainage Area |
0.71 |
Nid Storage |
245 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
30 |
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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 50-2