Eichelberger Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 13, 2025

Eichelberger Dam, located in Washington, Iowa, was completed in 1996 and is owned by a private entity.


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Summary

The dam, with a height of 27 feet and a length of 295 feet, serves primarily for fire protection and as a small fish pond. It is designed as an earth dam with a soil foundation, and its primary purpose is to provide water storage for various uses.

The dam is regulated and permitted by the Iowa Department of Natural Resources, with regular inspections and enforcement of safety protocols. It has a low hazard potential and is currently rated as "Not Rated" in terms of condition assessment. The risk assessment for the dam is moderate, indicating some level of risk that needs to be managed. Eichelberger Dam poses a moderate risk but is closely monitored to ensure safety and proper operation for the surrounding area.

Overall, Eichelberger Dam plays a crucial role in water resource management in the region, providing storage for fire protection and stock purposes. With its location on the TR- East Fork Crooked Creek, the dam contributes to the overall water management system in the area. While it has a moderate level of risk, the dam is regularly inspected and maintained to ensure its safety and functionality for the community of Wapello and beyond.

Year Completed

1996

Dam Length

295

Dam Height

27

River Or Stream

TR- EAST FORK CROOKED CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

2

Drainage Area

0.09

Nid Storage

26

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Soil

Nid Height

27
       
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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.
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