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Baker Dam, located in Warren County, Iowa, was completed in 1997 and is primarily used for fire protection, livestock, and as a small fish pond. The dam, designed by NRCS, is an earth dam with a height of 26 feet and a length of 540 feet. It has a storage capacity of 57 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 5.2 acres, serving the purpose of regulating water flow in the TR- Middle Creek.
Managed by a private owner, Baker Dam falls under the regulatory jurisdiction of the Iowa Department of Natural Resources. Despite being classified as having a low hazard potential, the dam is subject to moderate risk (level 3) according to the risk assessment. While the condition of the dam is currently not rated, it undergoes regular state inspections and is equipped with an uncontrolled spillway. Overall, Baker Dam serves as a vital water resource for the local community while also contributing to the conservation of the surrounding environment in Iowa.
Year_Completed | 1997 |
Dam_Height | 26 |
River_Or_Stream | TR- MIDDLE CREEK |
Dam_Length | 540 |
Primary_Dam_Type | Earth |
Surface_Area | 5.2 |
Drainage_Area | 0.12 |
Nid_Storage | 57 |
Hazard_Potential | Low |
Foundations | Soil |
Nid_Height | 26 |