Polk County Roadgrade Dam 21-78-22 Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 10, 2025

Located in Polk County, Iowa, the Polk County Roadgrade Dam 21-78-22 is a local government-owned Earth dam constructed in 1992 for purposes other than flood control.


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Summary

Situated in the city of Red Rock Reservoir, this dam on TR- Mud Creek has a height of 41 feet and a length of 803 feet, with a storage capacity of 112 acre-feet. Despite its low hazard potential and moderate risk assessment, the dam is not currently rated for its condition and does not have an emergency action plan in place.

Managed by the Polk County Engineer, this dam falls under the jurisdiction of the Iowa Department of Natural Resources for regulation, permitting, inspection, and enforcement. While it is not federally owned or funded, the dam is subject to state oversight and meets state regulatory guidelines. With a surface area of 3.2 acres and a drainage area of 0.06 square miles, the dam plays a role in water resource management in the region.

Although Polk County Roadgrade Dam 21-78-22 may not be a high-risk structure, its presence on TR- Mud Creek contributes to the overall water infrastructure in the area. As enthusiasts of water resources and climate, it is important to monitor the condition and management of such dams to ensure their continued safety and effectiveness in water management efforts.

Year Completed

1992

Dam Length

803

Dam Height

41

River Or Stream

TR- MUD CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

3.2

Drainage Area

0.06

Nid Storage

112

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Soil

Nid Height

41
       
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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.