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LOGSDON DAM

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Soil Dam Tr- Chariton River
April 11, 2025


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Logsdon Dam, located in Lucas County, Iowa, is a privately owned structure designed by the Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) for fire protection, stock, and small fish pond purposes. Completed in 1996, this earth dam stands at a height of 19 feet and spans 395 feet in length, with a storage capacity of 66 acre-feet. Situated on the TR-CHARITON RIVER, the dam is regulated by the Iowa Department of Natural Resources and is considered to have a low hazard potential.

Despite its low hazard potential, Logsdon Dam is subject to moderate risk, with a risk assessment rating of 3. While the condition assessment is currently not rated, the dam is regularly inspected by the state regulatory agency and meets state permitting and enforcement requirements. With a surface area of 3.7 acres and a drainage area of 0.27 square miles, the dam plays a crucial role in water resource management in the area. Enthusiasts of water resources and climate will find Logsdon Dam an intriguing structure that serves multiple purposes and contributes to the local ecosystem.

Year_Completed 1996
Dam_Height 19
River_Or_Stream TR- CHARITON RIVER
Dam_Length 395
Primary_Dam_Type Earth
Surface_Area 3.7
Drainage_Area 0.27
Nid_Storage 66
Hazard_Potential Low
Foundations Soil
Nid_Height 19
       

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