Noel Dam, located in Coal City, Iowa, is a private Earth dam completed in 1998 by the NRCS for the primary purpose of creating a Fish and Wildlife Pond. This low-hazard structure stands at a height of 9 feet and spans a length of 1550 feet, with a maximum storage capacity of 269 acre-feet. Situated on the TR-CHARITON RIVER, the dam's drainage area covers 0.33 square miles, providing a surface area of 64 acres for recreational and ecological activities.

Owned and regulated by private entities, Noel Dam falls under the jurisdiction of the Iowa Department of Natural Resources for permitting, inspection, and enforcement. Despite its moderate risk assessment rating, the dam has not been assigned a Dam Safety Action Classification and is currently not rated for its condition assessment. With its uncontrolled spillway type and low hazard potential, Noel Dam serves as a crucial resource for enhancing fish and wildlife habitats while contributing to the overall water management strategies in Appanoose County, Iowa.