Fetters Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 7, 2025
Fetters Dam, located in Wayne County, Iowa, is a privately owned earth dam completed in 1993 with a primary purpose of serving as a fire protection, stock, or small fish pond.
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Summary
This structure, designed by the Soil Conservation Service (SCS), stands at a height of 25 feet and spans a length of 290 feet, with a storage capacity of 40 acre-feet. Situated along the TR-Locust Creek, the dam is regulated by the Iowa Department of Natural Resources and is subject to state inspections and enforcement.
With a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment rating, Fetters Dam plays a crucial role in water resource management in the area. The dam's reservoir covers a surface area of 2.8 acres and has a normal storage capacity of 21 acre-feet, providing valuable water resources for fire protection and livestock use. While the dam does not have a spillway, its uncontrolled spillway type ensures proper water drainage in case of excess inflow. Although the dam's condition assessment is currently not rated, its state-regulated status and adherence to inspection and enforcement protocols ensure its continued functionality and safety for the surrounding community.
Year Completed |
1993 |
Dam Length |
290 |
Dam Height |
25 |
River Or Stream |
TR- LOCUST CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
2.8 |
Drainage Area |
0.09 |
Nid Storage |
40 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
25 |
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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.
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