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Cutler Dam, located in Mason City, Iowa, serves as a vital resource for fish and wildlife conservation as a Fish and Wildlife Pond. Built in 1999 by the NRCS, this private dam stands at a height of 7 feet and stretches 650 feet in length. With a storage capacity of 190 acre-feet, it serves as a critical habitat for various species in the area.
Managed by the Iowa Department of Natural Resources, Cutler Dam is state-regulated and undergoes regular inspections to ensure its structural integrity. Despite being classified as low hazard potential, the dam is considered to have a moderate risk level. Although not currently rated, the dam's overall condition and emergency action plan readiness are essential factors for its continued operation and risk mitigation efforts.
With a primary purpose of providing a safe environment for fish and wildlife, Cutler Dam plays a significant role in water resource management in the area. Its location on the TTR- Willow Creek tributary and its moderate risk level highlight the importance of ongoing monitoring and maintenance to safeguard the surrounding ecosystem and communities downstream.
Year_Completed | 1999 |
Dam_Height | 7 |
River_Or_Stream | TTR- WILLOW CREEK |
Dam_Length | 650 |
Primary_Dam_Type | Earth |
Surface_Area | 32 |
Drainage_Area | 0.25 |
Nid_Storage | 190 |
Hazard_Potential | Low |
Foundations | Soil |
Nid_Height | 7 |
IOWA RIVER AT MARSHALLTOWN | 2520cfs |
MISSOURI RIVER AT WAVERLY | 46500cfs |
WINNEBAGO RIVER AT MASON CITY | 752cfs |
MISSOURI RIVER AT GLASGOW | 51800cfs |
MONITEAU CREEK NEAR FAYETTE | 82cfs |
BEAVER CREEK AT NEW HARTFORD | 719cfs |
SOUTH SKUNK RIVER NEAR AMES | 413cfs |