West Fork Big Creek Watershed Site B-8 Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 12, 2025

The West Fork Big Creek Watershed Site B-8 is a grade stabilization structure located in Ringgold County, Iowa, near the City of State of Missouri.


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Summary

The dam, completed in 2002, serves the primary purpose of grade stabilization and is owned by the local government. Designed by USDA NRCS, the structure is regulated by the Iowa DNR and is subject to state permitting, inspection, and enforcement.

This earth dam has a height of 22 feet and a length of 465 feet, with a storage capacity of 54 acre-feet. The dam is located on Tr- Kuder Creek, within the Rock Island District, and is classified as having a low hazard potential. While the condition assessment is not rated, the risk assessment indicates a moderate risk level. The structure does not have an Emergency Action Plan (EAP) prepared, and no specific risk management measures or inundation maps have been developed.

Overall, the West Fork Big Creek Watershed Site B-8 plays a crucial role in managing water resources in the area and mitigating the risk of flooding. As a focal point for climate and water resource enthusiasts, this structure represents a collaborative effort between local government, federal agencies, and conservation services to protect the surrounding community and environment. With its strategic location and design, the dam stands as a testament to effective watershed management practices in Iowa.

Year Completed

2002

Dam Length

465

Dam Height

22

River Or Stream

Tr- Kuder Creek

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

2.8

Drainage Area

0.17

Nid Storage

54

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.