North Pigeon Cr Watershed Site 16 Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 13, 2025
North Pigeon Creek Watershed Site 16 is a local government-owned structure located in Crescent, Iowa, along the TR-North Pigeon Creek.
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Summary
This earth dam, designed by USDA NRCS and completed in 1978, serves multiple purposes including fire protection, stock, small fish pond, and flood risk reduction. With a height of 50 feet and a length of 730 feet, the dam has a storage capacity of 98 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 3.9 acres within a drainage area of 0.55 square miles.
Managed by the Iowa Department of Natural Resources, this dam is regulated, permitted, inspected, and enforced to ensure its safety and compliance with state regulations. Despite being rated as having a low hazard potential and a moderate risk level, its condition assessment remains unrated. The emergency action plan status and risk management measures for this site are currently not available, and further data on inspections, maintenance, and risk mitigation efforts need to be provided to ensure the continued safety and effectiveness of North Pigeon Creek Watershed Site 16 for water resource and climate enthusiasts in the region.
Overall, North Pigeon Creek Watershed Site 16 presents an interesting case study for water resource and climate enthusiasts, showcasing the importance of local government-owned dams in providing essential services such as flood risk reduction and fire protection. With its strategic location and multiple purposes, this site plays a crucial role in managing water resources in Pottawattamie County, Iowa. Continued monitoring, maintenance, and risk management efforts will be essential to ensure the long-term sustainability and effectiveness of this vital infrastructure in the face of changing climate conditions and evolving water resource management challenges.
Year Completed |
1978 |
Dam Length |
730 |
Dam Height |
50 |
River Or Stream |
TR-NORTH PIGEON CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
3.9 |
Drainage Area |
0.55 |
Nid Storage |
98 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
50 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Boyer River At Logan
|
417cfs |
Missouri River At Omaha
|
17700cfs |
Big Papillion Cr
|
38cfs |
West Nishnabotna River At Hancock
|
154cfs |
Soldier River At Pisgah
|
112cfs |
Elkhorn River At Waterloo
|
1120cfs |
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.
Area Campgrounds
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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Hitchcock County Nature Center
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Missouri Valley City Park
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N. P. Dodge Mem Park
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Wilson Island State Rec Area
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Arrowhead Park
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North Pigeon Cr Watershed Site 16