Stober Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Stober Dam, located in Davis County, Iowa, serves multiple purposes including fire protection, stock, and small fish pond management.


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Summary

Constructed in 2000 by the NRCS, this earth dam stands at a height of 22 feet and spans 470 feet in length. With a storage capacity of 175 acre-feet, the dam covers a surface area of 10.2 acres and drains a 0.7 square mile watershed.

The dam, situated on the TR-FOX RIVER, is regulated by the Iowa Department of Natural Resources and undergoes regular inspections and enforcement measures to ensure its safety and functionality. While the dam has a low hazard potential, it is considered to have moderate risk with a risk assessment rating of 3. Despite not having a formal condition assessment, Stober Dam continues to play a crucial role in water resource management in the region.

With a controlled spillway and no outlet gates, Stober Dam remains a key infrastructure for water resource and climate enthusiasts in the area. Its strategic location and design make it an essential component for maintaining water quality, managing floods, and supporting various aquatic ecosystems in the region.

Year Completed

2000

Dam Length

470

Dam Height

22

River Or Stream

TR- FOX RIVER

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

10.2

Drainage Area

0.7

Nid Storage

175

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Soil

Nid Height

22
       
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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.