Monument Road Dam, located in Pottawattamie County, Iowa, is a private earth dam completed in 2011 with a primary purpose of recreation.
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The dam stands at a height of 32 feet and has a storage capacity of 59 acre-feet, providing a surface area of 2.3 acres for recreational activities. Situated on an unnamed tributary to the Missourri River, the dam is regulated by the Iowa DNR and undergoes regular state inspections to ensure its satisfactory condition.
With a high hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment, Monument Road Dam is equipped with a needle outlet gate and an uncontrolled spillway with a width of 3 feet. The dam's maximum discharge capacity is 1200 cubic feet per second, serving as a vital structure in managing water resources in the region. Although no associated structures are present, the dam's strategic location and design by Ehrhart, Griffin, & Associates contribute to its essential role in flood control and water supply management in the area. For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Monument Road Dam serves as a noteworthy example of a privately owned structure that plays a significant role in the local ecosystem and community.
Year Completed |
2011 |
Dam Height |
32 |
River Or Stream |
Unnamed Trib to Missourri River |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
2.3 |
Hydraulic Height |
32 |
Drainage Area |
0.17 |
Nid Storage |
59 |
Outlet Gates |
Needle |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
32 |
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17800cfs |
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38cfs |
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1120cfs |
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417cfs |
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|
8100cfs |
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| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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Friendship City Park
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N. P. Dodge Mem Park
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Hitchcock County Nature Center
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Lake Manawa State Park
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Camp Brewster
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Camp Logan Fontenelle
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