Youngren Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Faulkner Dam Finucan Dam
Last Updated: December 14, 2025
Youngren Dam, located in Webster County, Iowa, along the Des Moines River, was completed in 1985 by the USDA NRCS.
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Summary
This private dam stands at a height of 38 feet and has a length of 185 feet, serving primarily for fire protection, stock, or small fish pond purposes. With a storage capacity of 28 acre-feet, the dam covers a surface area of 2 acres and has a low hazard potential, as assessed by authorities.
Managed by the Iowa Department of Natural Resources, Youngren Dam is state-regulated and inspected to ensure its safety and compliance. Although the dam's condition is currently rated as "Not Rated," its risk assessment is moderate, indicating a need for ongoing monitoring and risk management measures. Despite its uncontrolled spillway type and moderate risk level, Youngren Dam provides valuable water resources for the local community while posing minimal risk to surrounding areas.
In the realm of water resource and climate conservation, Youngren Dam plays a crucial role in maintaining water levels for firefighting and agricultural purposes. With its earth dam structure and soil foundation, the dam stands resilient against potential hazards, ensuring the safety and sustainability of its operations. As a focal point in the Rock Island District, Youngren Dam exemplifies the intersection of water resource management and environmental stewardship in the heart of Iowa's landscape.
Year Completed |
1985 |
Dam Length |
185 |
Dam Height |
38 |
River Or Stream |
TR- DES MOINES R. |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
2 |
Drainage Area |
0.15 |
Nid Storage |
28 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
38 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Des Moines River Near Stratford
|
1720cfs |
Boone River Near Webster City
|
232cfs |
Des Moines River At Fort Dodge
|
1320cfs |
South Skunk River Near Ames
|
92cfs |
North Raccoon River Near Jefferson
|
530cfs |
Squaw Creek At Ames
|
53cfs |
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.
Youngren Dam
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