Hidden Acres Dam, located in Fraser, Iowa, along the TR-Des Moines River, was completed in 1990 for the primary purpose of recreation.
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Owned by a private entity, the dam stands at a height of 35 feet and has a length of 230 feet. With a storage capacity of 100 acre-feet and a drainage area of 1.25 square miles, the dam serves multiple purposes including fire protection, stock pond, and small fish pond in addition to recreation.
Managed and regulated by the Iowa Department of Natural Resources, Hidden Acres Dam has a low hazard potential and is currently rated as "Not Rated" in terms of condition assessment. Despite its moderate risk level, the dam does not have an Emergency Action Plan in place and its risk management measures are yet to be determined. With its uncontrolled spillway type and proximity to the Des Moines River, the dam presents an opportunity for water resource and climate enthusiasts to explore the intersection of recreational use, environmental impact, and risk mitigation in dam infrastructure.
Year Completed |
1990 |
Dam Length |
230 |
Dam Height |
35 |
River Or Stream |
TR- DES MOINES RIVER |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
5 |
Drainage Area |
1.25 |
Nid Storage |
100 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
35 |
Des Moines River Near Stratford
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1720cfs |
Boone River Near Webster City
|
232cfs |
Des Moines River At Fort Dodge
|
1320cfs |
South Skunk River Near Ames
|
92cfs |
Squaw Creek At Ames
|
53cfs |
North Raccoon River Near Jefferson
|
530cfs |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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Des Moines YMCA Camp
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Brushy Creek State Recreation Area Campground
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Dolliver Memorial State Park Campground
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