Appanoose Country Club Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 6, 2025

Appanoose Country Club Dam, located in Appanoose County, Iowa, is a privately owned structure with a primary purpose of fire protection, stock, or small fish pond.


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Summary

Built in 1999 by the NRCS, this earth dam stands at a height of 33 feet and spans 460 feet in length. With a storage capacity of 29 acre-feet and a surface area of 2.4 acres, the dam serves as a vital resource for water management in the area.

Managed by the Iowa Department of Natural Resources, the Appanoose Country Club Dam is regulated, inspected, and enforced by state authorities to ensure its safety and functionality. Despite being classified as having low hazard potential, the dam is rated as moderate in terms of risk. It currently does not have a formal Emergency Action Plan in place, highlighting the need for continued monitoring and preparation for any potential emergencies that may arise in the future.

For water resource and climate enthusiasts, the Appanoose Country Club Dam presents an intriguing case study in dam infrastructure and management. With its unique design and purpose, as well as its location on TR- Cooper Creek, this dam plays a crucial role in providing fire protection and supporting local wildlife. As efforts to address climate change and water scarcity intensify, understanding the significance of structures like this dam becomes increasingly important for sustainable water resource management in the region.

Year Completed

1999

Dam Length

460

Dam Height

33

River Or Stream

TR- COOPER CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

2.4

Drainage Area

0.05

Nid Storage

29

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Soil

Nid Height

33
       
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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.