West Fork Big Creek Watershed Site B-28 Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 12, 2025
West Fork Big Creek Watershed Site B-28 is a Grade Stabilization dam located in Ringgold County, Iowa, near the city of State of Missouri.
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Summary
Constructed in 2001 by the USDA NRCS, this Earth-type dam stands at a height of 24 feet and spans a length of 677 feet, with a drainage area of 0.44 square miles. The dam serves the primary purpose of grade stabilization and has a storage capacity of 143 acre-feet, with a surface area of 7 acres.
Managed by the Iowa DNR, this dam is regulated, permitted, inspected, and enforced by the state agency, ensuring its structural integrity and compliance with safety standards. The hazard potential for this dam is classified as low, with a moderate risk assessment rating of 3. The dam currently has not been rated in terms of its condition assessment, but emergency action plans and risk management measures are in place to address any potential safety concerns.
With its strategic location along Tr- Kuder Creek, West Fork Big Creek Watershed Site B-28 plays a crucial role in managing water resources and mitigating the risk of flooding in the region. As a significant infrastructure project funded and designed by the Natural Resources Conservation Service, this dam stands as a testament to collaborative efforts in preserving and enhancing the resilience of water systems in Iowa.
Year Completed |
2001 |
Dam Length |
677 |
Dam Height |
24 |
River Or Stream |
Tr- Kuder Creek |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
7 |
Drainage Area |
0.44 |
Nid Storage |
143 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
24 |
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Condition Assessment
SatisfactoryNo 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
HighDams 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.
West Fork Big Creek Watershed Site B-28