Waubonsie Cr. Watershed Site 3-1-3 Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 14, 2025
Located in Fremont County, Iowa, the Waubonsie Creek Watershed Site 3-1-3 is a key infrastructure designed by the USDA NRCS to serve multiple purposes such as fire protection, stock, small fish pond, and flood risk reduction.
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Summary
Completed in 1984, this earth dam stands at a height of 42 feet and has a storage capacity of 493 acre-feet. With a normal storage capacity of 379 acre-feet and a drainage area of 0.38 square miles, the dam covers a surface area of 21.2 acres along the TR- McPherron Creek.
Managed by the local government, this site is regulated by the Iowa Department of Natural Resources (DNR) and meets state permitting, inspection, and enforcement requirements. The dam, with an uncontrolled spillway type, poses a low hazard potential and is currently rated as not assessed. Despite its moderate risk assessment score of 3, the dam serves as a critical piece of infrastructure for the surrounding community in Bartlett, offering protection against flooding events and ensuring water availability for various uses. With its location in a scenic area and contribution to water resource management, the Waubonsie Creek Watershed Site 3-1-3 is a vital component of the local ecosystem and climate resilience efforts in Iowa.
Year Completed |
1984 |
Dam Length |
446 |
Dam Height |
42 |
River Or Stream |
TR- MC PHERRON CR. |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
21.2 |
Drainage Area |
0.38 |
Nid Storage |
493 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
42 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
West Nishnabotna River At Randolph
|
508cfs |
Weeping Water Creek At Union
|
20cfs |
Missouri River At Nebraska City
|
23700cfs |
Nishnabotna River Above Hamburg
|
450cfs |
Platte R At Louisville Ne
|
4750cfs |
East Nishnabotna River At Red Oak
|
270cfs |
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.
Waubonsie Cr. Watershed Site 3-1-3