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Located in Webster County, Iowa, the Faulkner Dam is a privately owned structure designed by the USDA NRCS and completed in 1984. Situated on the TR- Crooked Creek, the earth dam stands at a height of 36 feet with a length of 135 feet, providing a storage capacity of 15 acre-feet. The primary purpose of the dam is for fire protection, stock, or small fish pond use, with a low hazard potential rating and a moderate risk assessment.
Managed by the Iowa Department of Natural Resources, the Faulkner Dam is subject to state regulations, inspections, and enforcement measures to ensure its safety and compliance. Despite being uncontrolled, the dam has a spillway width of 0 feet and a drainage area of 0.05 square miles. The surrounding area includes a surface area of 1 acre and a normal storage capacity of 8 acre-feet, supporting various ecological and recreational activities.
Although the condition of the dam is currently not rated, efforts are in place to maintain its integrity and mitigate potential risks. With its strategic location and multi-functional design, the Faulkner Dam serves as a vital water resource for the community of Lehigh, offering both practical benefits and environmental significance for water resource and climate enthusiasts in the region.
Year_Completed | 1984 |
Dam_Height | 36 |
River_Or_Stream | TR- CROOKED CR. |
Dam_Length | 135 |
Primary_Dam_Type | Earth |
Surface_Area | 1 |
Drainage_Area | 0.05 |
Nid_Storage | 15 |
Hazard_Potential | Low |
Foundations | Soil |
Nid_Height | 36 |