East Fork Grand River Watershed Site D-72 Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 12, 2025

East Fork Grand River Watershed Site D-72 is a grade stabilization structure located in Ringgold County, Iowa, along the Tr- South Creek.


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Summary

Designed by the USDA NRCS and completed in 2002, this Earth-type dam stands at a height of 22 feet and spans 537 feet in length. With a storage capacity of 140 acre-feet, it serves the primary purpose of grade stabilization within the watershed.

Managed by the local government and regulated by the Iowa DNR, this dam is classified as having a low hazard potential and a moderate risk level. Despite not being rated for condition assessment, it is regularly inspected, permitted, and enforced to ensure its structural integrity and functionality. The site's emergency action plan status and risk management measures are currently undisclosed, highlighting the importance of ongoing monitoring and mitigation efforts to safeguard the surrounding community and environment.

For water resource and climate enthusiasts, East Fork Grand River Watershed Site D-72 offers a fascinating case study in dam infrastructure and management practices. Its location in a critical watershed area and the collaboration between federal and state agencies underscore the importance of sustainable water resource management and the protection of aquatic ecosystems. By understanding the design, purpose, and regulatory oversight of this dam, stakeholders can gain valuable insights into the intersection of engineering, environmental stewardship, and public safety in the face of changing climate dynamics.

Year Completed

2002

Dam Length

537

Dam Height

22

River Or Stream

Tr- South Creek

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

9.3

Drainage Area

0.4

Nid Storage

140

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Soil

Nid Height

22
       
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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.