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Mohr Dam, located in Crawford County, Iowa, is a privately owned earth dam that was completed in 2001 by the Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS). The dam serves multiple purposes, including fire protection and providing a small fish pond for local residents. With a height of 21 feet and a length of 370 feet, Mohr Dam has a storage capacity of 68 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 4 acres.
Managed by the Iowa Department of Natural Resources, Mohr Dam is regulated, inspected, and enforced to ensure its safety and functionality. Despite its low hazard potential, the dam is considered to have a moderate risk level, emphasizing the importance of regular maintenance and risk management measures. While the dam does not have an Emergency Action Plan in place, it meets state permitting and inspection requirements, making it a vital structure for water resource management in the area.
Situated on Miller Creek, Mohr Dam plays a crucial role in water conservation and management in the region. With its primary purpose being fire protection and stock enhancement, the dam provides essential services to the community of Vail. As a key component of the local water infrastructure, Mohr Dam exemplifies the intersection of water resource management and climate resilience in Iowa.
Year_Completed | 2001 |
Dam_Height | 21 |
River_Or_Stream | TR- MILLER CREEK |
Dam_Length | 370 |
Primary_Dam_Type | Earth |
Surface_Area | 4 |
Drainage_Area | 0.4 |
Nid_Storage | 68 |
Hazard_Potential | Low |
Foundations | Soil |
Nid_Height | 21 |