Located in Black Hawk County, Iowa, the Deere & Co.
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Dam is a private earth dam completed in 1981 with a primary purpose of fire protection, stock, or small fish pond. Managed by Deere & Company, the dam sits on the TR-Black Hawk Creek and has a height of 10 feet and a length of 800 feet. With a storage capacity of 62 acre-feet and a surface area of 4.5 acres, the dam serves as a valuable resource for water management in the area.
The dam is regulated by the Iowa Department of Natural Resources and is subject to state permitting, inspection, and enforcement. Although it has a low hazard potential, the dam is considered to have a moderate risk rating of 3. Despite its condition being not rated, the dam plays a crucial role in water resource management and contributes to the overall climate resilience of the region. With its controlled spillway and soil foundation, the Deere & Co. Dam is an essential structure for maintaining water quality and ensuring the safety of the surrounding community.
In the event of an emergency, the dam's Emergency Action Plan (EAP) status is not specified, indicating a potential area for improvement in risk management measures. Overall, the Deere & Co. Dam stands as a vital infrastructure for fire protection and water storage, highlighting the importance of private ownership in maintaining and managing water resources effectively in the face of climate change challenges.
Year Completed |
1981 |
Dam Length |
800 |
Dam Height |
10 |
River Or Stream |
TR- BLACK HAWK CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
4.5 |
Drainage Area |
0.02 |
Nid Storage |
62 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
10 |
Cedar River At Waterloo
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2090cfs |
Cedar River At Cedar Falls
|
1880cfs |
Black Hawk Creek At Hudson
|
103cfs |
Beaver Creek At New Hartford
|
123cfs |
Cedar River At Janesville
|
711cfs |
West Fork Cedar River At Finchford
|
502cfs |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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George Wyth State Park
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Big Woods Lake
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Deerwood City Park
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Black Hawk County Park
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Thunder Woman Park
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