Cibula Dam, located in Vining, Iowa, serves multiple purposes including fire protection, stock, and small fish pond management.
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Constructed in 2003 by the Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS), this private-owned earth dam stands at a height of 27 feet and has a length of 265 feet, with a storage capacity of 40 acre-feet. The dam is regulated by the Iowa Department of Natural Resources and undergoes regular inspections to ensure its safety and functionality.
Situated on TR- Wolf Creek, Cibula Dam has a low hazard potential and is considered to have moderate risk. Despite its uncontrolled spillway type and lack of outlet gates, the dam's condition remains unrated. With a surface area of 2.7 acres and a drainage area of 0.1 square miles, this dam plays a crucial role in managing water resources in the region, while also providing important recreational opportunities for the local community.
While Cibula Dam may not be as significant as other larger dams in the area, its importance in providing essential services like fire protection and stock management cannot be understated. With its strategic location and moderate risk assessment, the dam stands as a testament to the vital role that small-scale water infrastructure plays in sustaining both the environment and local communities in Iowa.
Year Completed |
2003 |
Dam Length |
265 |
Dam Height |
27 |
River Or Stream |
TR- WOLF CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
2.7 |
Drainage Area |
0.1 |
Nid Storage |
40 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
27 |
Salt Creek Near Elberon
|
42cfs |
Richland Creek Near Haven
|
12cfs |
Walnut Creek Near Hartwick
|
13cfs |
Iowa River Near Belle Plaine
|
966cfs |
Wolf Creek Near Dysart
|
35cfs |
Big Bear Creek At Ladora
|
36cfs |