Weiser Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Garner Dam Lutz Dam
Last Updated: December 10, 2025
Weiser Dam, located in Indianola, Iowa, was completed in 2006 and serves the primary purposes of fire protection, stock, or small fish pond.
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Summary
Owned privately, the dam is regulated by the Iowa Department of Natural Resources and is inspected, permitted, and enforced by the state. With a height of 43 feet and a length of 750 feet, Weiser Dam has a storage capacity of 109 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 8 acres.
Situated on TR- Squaw Creek, Weiser Dam has a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment rating of 3. The dam is categorized as an earth dam with a soil foundation and an uncontrolled spillway type. With its location in Clarke County, Iowa, the dam poses minimal risk but plays a crucial role in providing water resources for fire protection and recreational activities in the area. Despite not being rated for its condition, Weiser Dam remains a significant structure for water management and conservation in the region.
Designed by John Chenoweth, Weiser Dam stands as a testament to human ingenuity in harnessing water resources for multiple purposes. As climate change continues to impact water availability and quality, structures like Weiser Dam become essential for ensuring a sustainable and resilient water supply for current and future generations. With its strategic location and functionality, Weiser Dam exemplifies the intersection of water resource management and climate adaptation in the face of evolving environmental challenges.
Year Completed |
2006 |
Dam Length |
750 |
Dam Height |
43 |
River Or Stream |
TR- SQUAW CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
8 |
Drainage Area |
0.15 |
Nid Storage |
109 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
43 |
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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.
Weiser Dam