Rastetter Dam, located in Davis County, Iowa, is a privately owned structure designed by USDA NRCS and completed in 1997.
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The dam serves multiple purposes including fire protection and creating a small fish pond, with a storage capacity of 110 acre-feet and a surface area of 7.4 acres. The dam is situated on Hickory Branch, a tributary of the State of Missouri, and is regulated by the Iowa Department of Natural Resources.
With a height of 17 feet and a length of 442 feet, Rastetter Dam has a low hazard potential and is currently rated as "Not Rated" in terms of its condition assessment. Despite its moderate risk level, the dam has not been inspected in recent years and lacks an Emergency Action Plan. The dam's spillway is uncontrolled, with no outlet gates or locks present. While the dam has not been modified since its completion, its management and maintenance remain crucial for water resource and climate enthusiasts in the region.
Year Completed |
1997 |
Dam Length |
442 |
Dam Height |
17 |
River Or Stream |
HICKORY BRANCH |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
7.4 |
Drainage Area |
0.38 |
Nid Storage |
110 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
17 |
Fox River At Bloomfield
|
7cfs |
Chariton River At Livonia
|
45cfs |
Chariton River Near Moulton
|
34cfs |
Des Moines River At Keosauqua
|
1800cfs |
Des Moines River At Ottumwa
|
1090cfs |
Chariton River Near Rathbun
|
14cfs |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
|---|---|---|
McGowen Rec Area
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Lake Fisher
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Drakesville City Park
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