Troublesome Cr Watershed Site 10-1 Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 14, 2025

Troublesome Creek Watershed Site 10-1 is a vital flood risk reduction structure located in Cass County, Iowa.


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Summary

Designed by the USDA NRCS and completed in 2007, this earth dam stands at a height of 31 feet and spans 606 feet in length. The primary purpose of this dam is to mitigate flood risks along Troublesome Creek, offering protection to the surrounding area.

Owned and regulated by the local government with oversight from the Iowa Department of Natural Resources, Troublesome Creek Watershed Site 10-1 is classified as having a low hazard potential with a moderate risk assessment rating. While the condition assessment is currently listed as "Not Rated", this structure plays a crucial role in managing water resources and climate impacts in the region. With a drainage area of 0.2 square miles and a storage capacity of 81 acre-feet, this dam serves as a key asset in the overall flood risk management strategy for the area.

Despite its uncontrolled spillway type and lack of outlet gates, Troublesome Creek Watershed Site 10-1 remains a vital component in the local water infrastructure. With its strategic location and purposeful design, this dam serves as a testament to the collaborative efforts between local government agencies and the USDA NRCS in safeguarding the community from potential flood events along Troublesome Creek.

Year Completed

2007

Dam Length

606

Dam Height

31

River Or Stream

TR- TROUBLESOME CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

6

Drainage Area

0.2

Nid Storage

81

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Soil

Nid Height

31
       
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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.