West Fork Big Creek Watershed Site W-17 Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 12, 2025
West Fork Big Creek Watershed Site W-17 is a local government-owned structure located in Ringgold County, Iowa, near the city of State of Missouri.
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Summary
Designed by the USDA NRCS and completed in 2002, this earth dam serves the primary purpose of grade stabilization along Tr- Wolf Creek. With a height of 25 feet and a length of 415 feet, the dam has a storage capacity of 42 acre-feet and a drainage area of 0.13 square miles.
Despite being classified as low hazard potential with a moderate risk assessment rating, the dam's condition has not been officially assessed and is currently listed as "Not Rated." There are no inspection or maintenance records available, and emergency preparedness information such as an Emergency Action Plan (EAP) is also lacking. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway with a width of 1 foot, and there are no associated locks or outlet gates. Overall, West Fork Big Creek Watershed Site W-17 presents an intriguing case for water resource and climate enthusiasts due to its unique design and location in the heart of the Midwest.
Year Completed |
2002 |
Dam Length |
415 |
Dam Height |
25 |
River Or Stream |
Tr- Wolf Creek |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
2 |
Drainage Area |
0.13 |
Nid Storage |
42 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
25 |
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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 W-17