Troublesome Cr Watershed Site 27-1, located in Cass County, Iowa, is a key site managed by the local government with state regulation and permitting. Designed by the USDA NRCS, this earth dam was completed in 1984 for multiple purposes including fire protection, stock, or small fish pond, and flood risk reduction. With a height of 29 feet and a length of 558 feet, this dam has a storage capacity of 84 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 7 acres, serving a drainage area of 0.33 square miles along Troublesome Creek.

Despite its low hazard potential, Troublesome Cr Watershed Site 27-1 is rated as having a moderate risk level, with a condition assessment of "Not Rated." With a spillway type of "Uncontrolled," this dam is equipped to manage any potential overflow. Although there are no inspection dates available, the site is subject to state jurisdiction, inspection, and enforcement by the Iowa DNR. With a risk management plan in place, this watershed site plays a crucial role in managing water resources and mitigating flood risks in the region.