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Weiser Dam, located in Indianola, Iowa, was completed in 2006 and serves the primary purposes of fire protection, stock, or small fish pond. 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_Height | 43 |
River_Or_Stream | TR- SQUAW CREEK |
Dam_Length | 750 |
Primary_Dam_Type | Earth |
Surface_Area | 8 |
Drainage_Area | 0.15 |
Nid_Storage | 109 |
Hazard_Potential | Low |
Foundations | Soil |
Nid_Height | 43 |
GRAND RIVER AT CHILLICOTHE | 361cfs |
EAST FORK BIG CREEK NEAR BETHANY | 19cfs |
LITTLE PLATTE RIVER NEAR PLATTSBURG | 5cfs |
GRAND RIVER NEAR GALLATIN | 342cfs |
GRAND RIVER NEAR SUMNER | 1200cfs |
LOCUST CREEK NEAR LINNEUS | 63cfs |
SHOAL CREEK NEAR BRAYMER MO | 59cfs |