Hayes Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Hatfield Partnership Sump Dam
Last Updated: December 13, 2025
Hayes Dam, located in Shambaugh, Iowa, serves multiple purposes including grade stabilization, fire protection, and creating a small fish pond.
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Summary
Built in 2012 by the USDA NRCS, this private-owned dam stands at a height of 32 feet and has a storage capacity of 23 acre-feet. With a low hazard potential, the dam is primarily made of earth and stone core, serving as a crucial structure for managing water resources and protecting the surrounding area from potential flooding.
The dam's location along a tributary to No Business Creek in Page County, Iowa, contributes to its significance in the local water management system. Its construction and design by the Natural Resources Conservation Service highlight the collaboration between government agencies and private entities in ensuring the safety and efficiency of water infrastructure. Hayes Dam plays a vital role in maintaining water quality, regulating flow, and providing essential services for the community, showcasing the importance of sustainable water resource management in the face of climate change and increasing water scarcity concerns.
As a key component in the local water infrastructure network, Hayes Dam represents a successful example of private ownership and government cooperation in water resource management. The dam's functionality for grade stabilization, fire protection, and fish pond creation underscores its versatility in meeting various community needs. With its low hazard potential and strategic location, Hayes Dam stands as a testament to the crucial role of dams in ensuring water security and climate resilience in the region, reflecting the ongoing efforts to adapt and mitigate the impacts of changing environmental conditions on water resources.
Year Completed |
2012 |
Dam Length |
307 |
Dam Height |
32 |
River Or Stream |
Trib to No Business Cr |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
1 |
Drainage Area |
0.14 |
Nid Storage |
23 |
Outlet Gates |
None |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
32 |
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Condition Assessment
SatisfactoryNo 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
HighDams 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.
Hayes Dam