Rolling Hills Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 6, 2025

Rolling Hills Dam, located in Tiffin, Iowa, is a privately owned earth dam completed in 2002 for the primary purpose of recreation.


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Summary

The dam stands at a height of 20 feet and spans 440 feet in length, with a storage capacity of 51 acre-feet. Situated on TR-Clear Creek, the dam serves as a popular spot for water resource and climate enthusiasts to enjoy outdoor activities such as fishing, boating, and picnicking.

Managed by the Iowa Department of Natural Resources, Rolling Hills Dam is regulated, inspected, and enforced to ensure its safety and functionality. Despite being rated as having a significant hazard potential, the dam is currently in a not rated condition assessment. While it meets moderate risk assessment guidelines, there are no emergency action plans prepared or updated for the dam. With its scenic location and recreational opportunities, Rolling Hills Dam is a valuable resource for the community and a focal point for water conservation and climate awareness efforts in the area.

With its uncontrolled spillway, the dam poses both recreational and safety benefits and challenges. The surrounding area offers a surface area of 3.8 acres and serves as a habitat for various wildlife species. While the dam has not undergone recent modifications or inspection updates, its risk management measures and potential for inundation remain important factors to consider for water resource and climate enthusiasts frequenting the site.

Year Completed

2002

Dam Length

440

Dam Height

20

River Or Stream

TR- CLEAR CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

3.8

Drainage Area

0.33

Nid Storage

51

Hazard Potential

Significant

Foundations

Soil

Nid Height

20
       
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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.