Pfab Dam, located in Jackson County, Iowa, was completed in 1979 by the USDA NRCS and serves multiple purposes including fire protection, stock, and small fish pond management.
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This earth dam stands at a height of 32 feet and spans a length of 340 feet, creating a reservoir with a storage capacity of 74 acre-feet. The dam is situated on TR-Farm Creek, a tributary that covers a drainage area of 0.28 square miles.
Managed by a private entity, Pfab Dam is regulated by the Iowa DNR and undergoes regular inspections to ensure its structural integrity and safety. Despite being classified as having low hazard potential, the dam is considered to have a moderate risk level. While the spillway is uncontrolled, the dam's emergency action plan status and risk management measures are currently unspecified. With its location in a rural area, the dam provides essential water resource management for the surrounding community and contributes to local ecosystem health and biodiversity.
Year Completed |
1979 |
Dam Length |
340 |
Dam Height |
32 |
River Or Stream |
TR-FARM CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
5 |
Drainage Area |
0.28 |
Nid Storage |
74 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
32 |
North Fork Maquoketa River Near Fulton
|
245cfs |
Maquoketa River Near Maquoketa
|
569cfs |
Wapsipinicon River Near Anamosa
|
321cfs |
Sinsinawa River Near Menominee
|
19cfs |
Apple River Near Hanover
|
110cfs |
Grant River At Burton
|
345cfs |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
|---|---|---|
Fillmore County Rec Area
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Fillmore Recreation Area Campground
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Maquoketa Caves State Park Campground
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Maquoketa Caves State Park
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