Roeder Dam, located in Vining, Iowa, serves multiple purposes including fire protection and creating a small fish pond. Built in 1996 by the NRCS, this private dam stands at 30 feet high and spans 370 feet in length. With a storage capacity of 85 acre-feet, it primarily regulates the flow of TR- WOLF CREEK, within the Detroit District.

Despite being classified as a low hazard potential structure, Roeder Dam is subject to state regulation and inspection by the IOWA DNR. The dam has not been given a condition assessment rating, but its risk level is categorized as moderate. While there are no associated structures or outlet gates, the dam has a surface area of 6.7 acres and a drainage area of 0.33 square miles, emphasizing its importance in managing water resources in the region.

Although Roeder Dam has not been modified in recent years and its emergency preparedness measures are unclear, its role in water management for fire protection and fish stock in Tama, Iowa, remains crucial. Water resource and climate enthusiasts can appreciate the balance it strikes between serving a practical purpose and maintaining the ecological integrity of the area.