West Fork Big Creek Watershed Site W-8 Reservoir Report

Last Updated: April 26, 2026

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West Fork Big Creek Watershed Site W-8 is a flood risk reduction structure located in Ringgold County, Iowa.


Summary

Constructed in 2000 by the USDA NRCS, this earth dam stands at a height of 24 feet and spans 473 feet in length. With a storage capacity of 84 acre-feet and a normal storage of 21 acre-feet, this structure serves multiple purposes including fire protection, stock, or small fish pond, in addition to flood risk reduction.

Managed by the Iowa DNR, this dam on the TR- WOLF CREEK is designated as a low hazard potential structure with a moderate risk assessment. Although not currently rated for condition assessment, the structure is regularly inspected, permitted, and enforced by state regulatory agencies. The surrounding area boasts a drainage area of 0.3 square miles and a surface area of 4.4 acres, making it a crucial piece of infrastructure for water resource and climate enthusiasts interested in sustainable water management practices in the region.

15-Day Long Term Forecast


Year Completed

2000

Dam Length

473

Dam Height

24

River Or Stream

TR- WOLF CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

4.4

Drainage Area

0.3

Nid Storage

84

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Soil

Nid Height

24
       
Seasonal Comparison

5-Day Hourly Forecast Detail

Dam Data Reference

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.
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