Clyde Frizell is a privately owned earth dam located in Adair, Iowa, along a tributary to Battle Creek.
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Constructed in 2009 by USDA NRCS, this dam serves the primary purpose of grade stabilization and has a height of 26 feet and a length of 555 feet. With a normal storage capacity of 55 acre-feet and a maximum storage of 114 acre-feet, Clyde Frizell covers a surface area of 9 acres and drains a 0.35 square mile watershed.
Managed by the Iowa Department of Natural Resources, Clyde Frizell is regulated, permitted, inspected, and enforced by state authorities. Despite its low hazard potential and a condition assessment of "Not Rated," this dam has not been recently inspected for condition assessment, emergency action plans, or risk management measures. With a spillway width of 16 feet and no outlet gates, Clyde Frizell is designed to maintain water flow and prevent erosion along the watercourse.
Located in Talmage, Iowa, Clyde Frizell plays a vital role in managing water resources and mitigating flood risks in the region. For water resource and climate enthusiasts, this earth dam serves as a key infrastructure for grade stabilization and watershed management, showcasing the collaborative efforts between private owners, federal agencies, and state regulators in ensuring the safety and sustainability of water infrastructure in Iowa.
Year Completed |
2009 |
Dam Length |
555 |
Dam Height |
26 |
River Or Stream |
Trib to Battle Creek |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
9 |
Drainage Area |
0.35 |
Nid Storage |
114 |
Outlet Gates |
None |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
26 |
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268cfs |
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92cfs |
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1640cfs |
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|
121cfs |
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|
1300cfs |
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|
143cfs |