Van Buren County Roadgrade 14-70-10 Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 10, 2025

Van Buren County Roadgrade 14-70-10 is a grade stabilization dam located in Iowa, specifically in the city of Keosauqua.


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Summary

Completed in 2003, this earth dam stands at 29 feet in height and spans a length of 545 feet, providing a storage capacity of 95 acre-feet. The primary purpose of this dam is grade stabilization, serving to control water flow and prevent erosion along TR- Lick Creek.

Managed by the Van Buren County Engineer and regulated by the Iowa Department of Natural Resources, this dam is classified as having a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment rating. While the condition of the dam is currently not rated, it undergoes regular state inspections and enforcement to ensure its structural integrity and functionality. With a spillway width of 3 feet and uncontrolled spillway type, this dam plays a crucial role in managing water resources in the area and protecting against potential flood risks.

Overall, Van Buren County Roadgrade 14-70-10 serves as an essential infrastructure for water resource management in the region, contributing to the conservation of the local environment and safeguarding surrounding communities from potential flooding events. With its strategic location and design features, this dam remains a key asset in the network of structures dedicated to maintaining water quality and regulating water flow along TR- Lick Creek in Van Buren County, Iowa.

Year Completed

2003

Dam Length

545

Dam Height

29

River Or Stream

TR- LICK CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

5.5

Drainage Area

0.34

Nid Storage

95

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Soil

Nid Height

29
       
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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.