Chickering Dam Reservoir Report
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Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Chickering Dam, located in Davis County, Iowa, is a privately owned structure designed by the USDA NRCS for the primary purposes of fire protection, stock, or small fish pond.
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Summary
Completed in 1996, this Earth-type dam stands at a height of 30 feet and spans a length of 260 feet, with a storage capacity of 25 acre-feet. Situated on TR- Salt Creek, the dam serves as a crucial resource for water management in the region, with a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment rating.
Maintained and regulated by the Iowa DNR, Chickering Dam plays a vital role in water conservation and control, with a normal storage capacity of 16 acre-feet and a surface area of 2 acres. While the dam has not been rated for its condition assessment, it is inspected regularly to ensure its structural integrity and safety. With its uncontrolled spillway type and soil foundation, the dam provides essential water resource management for the surrounding area, contributing to the overall climate resilience and water sustainability efforts in the region.
Managed by the Natural Resources Conservation Service, Chickering Dam serves as a key infrastructure for protecting against fires, providing water for livestock, and creating a small fish pond. With its strategic location in SW, NE, S24, T070N, R13W, the dam is a critical asset for maintaining water quality and quantity in the area. As a part of the Rock Island District, the dam stands as a testament to the collaborative efforts between federal and state agencies in ensuring effective water resource management and climate adaptation strategies for the future.
Year Completed |
1996 |
Dam Length |
260 |
Dam Height |
30 |
River Or Stream |
TR- SALT CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
2 |
Drainage Area |
0.06 |
Nid Storage |
25 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
30 |
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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.
Area Campgrounds
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McGowen Rec Area
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Drakesville City Park
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Lake Fisher
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Chickering Dam