Noel Dam Reservoir Report
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Last Updated: December 16, 2025
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.
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Summary
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.
Year Completed |
1998 |
Dam Length |
1550 |
Dam Height |
9 |
River Or Stream |
TR- CHARITON RIVER |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
64 |
Drainage Area |
0.33 |
Nid Storage |
269 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
9 |
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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.
Noel Dam