Dalton Dam Reservoir Report
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Last Updated: December 14, 2025
Dalton Dam, located in Hopkins, Missouri, is a private earth dam designed by USDA NRCS and completed in 1988.
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Summary
With a height of 27 feet and a length of 340 feet, the dam serves primarily for fire protection, stock, and small fish pond purposes. Situated on the TR- EAST 102 RIVER, the dam has a storage capacity of 22 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 2 acres, with a drainage area of 0.1 square miles.
Despite being uncontrolled, the dam has a low hazard potential and is currently rated as "Not Rated" in terms of condition assessment. It is regulated by the Iowa DNR and undergoes regular inspections, with state permitting, inspection, and enforcement in place. The risk assessment for Dalton Dam is moderate (3), indicating a level of risk management is required to ensure the safety and integrity of the structure.
Located in Taylor, Iowa, Dalton Dam is a significant water resource structure that plays a vital role in the surrounding area's water management and conservation efforts. Enthusiasts of water resources and climate will find the details of this dam's design, purpose, and regulatory oversight intriguing, showcasing the intersection of engineering, environmental stewardship, and public safety in managing water resources effectively.
Year Completed |
1988 |
Dam Length |
340 |
Dam Height |
27 |
River Or Stream |
TR- EAST 102 RIVER |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
2 |
Drainage Area |
0.1 |
Nid Storage |
22 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
27 |
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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.
Dalton Dam