Reinert Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Carson Dam Spring Lake Dam
Last Updated: December 15, 2025
Reinert Dam, located in Cherokee, Iowa, was completed in 1981 by the USDA NRCS.
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Summary
This earth dam stands at a height of 34 feet and spans a length of 545 feet, creating a reservoir with a storage capacity of 24 acre-feet. The primary purpose of the dam is for fire protection, stock, or as a small fish pond, serving the local community in Quimby.
Managed by a private entity, Reinert Dam is regulated by the Iowa Department of Natural Resources, ensuring that the dam is inspected, enforced, and permitted in accordance with state regulations. With a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment score, the dam is considered to be in fair condition, although it has not been formally rated. The dam is situated on TR- Perry Creek, a tributary within the Rock Island District of Iowa, providing essential water resources for the surrounding area.
Despite its uncontrolled spillway type, Reinert Dam continues to play a vital role in water resource management in Cherokee County, Iowa. As climate change impacts water availability and quality, the importance of maintaining and monitoring dams like Reinert Dam becomes increasingly critical for ensuring a sustainable water supply for future generations. By staying proactive in risk management and maintenance practices, the community can continue to benefit from the services provided by this essential infrastructure.
Year Completed |
1981 |
Dam Length |
545 |
Dam Height |
34 |
River Or Stream |
TR- PERRY CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
2.7 |
Drainage Area |
0.15 |
Nid Storage |
24 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
34 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Little Sioux River At Correctionville
|
327cfs |
Little Sioux River At Linn Grove
|
257cfs |
Floyd River At Alton
|
36cfs |
Ocheyedan River Near Spencer
|
59cfs |
Floyd River At James
|
187cfs |
North Raccoon River Near Sac City
|
312cfs |
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.
Reinert Dam