Marion Co. Care Facility Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 8, 2025

The Marion Co.


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Summary

Care Facility Dam, located in Marion County, Iowa, serves multiple purposes including fire protection, stock, and small fish pond. Built in 1985 by the USDA NRCS, this earth dam stands at a height of 32 feet and stretches 410 feet in length, with a storage capacity of 30 acre-feet. The dam is regulated by the Iowa DNR and is subject to state inspection and enforcement, ensuring its safety and compliance with regulations.

Situated in the city of Red Rock Reservoir along the TR- English Creek, this dam plays a crucial role in water resource management in the region. With a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment score of 3, the Marion Co. Care Facility Dam is a key component of the local infrastructure. While its condition is currently not rated, the dam continues to provide essential services to the community while also contributing to the conservation efforts in the area.

As a privately owned structure, the Marion Co. Care Facility Dam represents a collaborative effort between the owner and state regulatory agencies to ensure its proper maintenance and operation. With its primary purpose being fire protection and water storage, this dam serves as a vital resource for the surrounding area. Climate and water resource enthusiasts can appreciate the significance of this dam in managing water flow and providing essential services to the community in Marion County, Iowa.

Year Completed

1985

Dam Length

410

Dam Height

32

River Or Stream

TR- ENGLISH CR.

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

2.7

Drainage Area

0.1

Nid Storage

30

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Soil

Nid Height

32
       
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Condition Assessment

Satisfactory
No 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

High
Dams 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.