Stewart Dam, located in St.
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Francisville, Iowa, is a privately owned earth dam designed by the USDA NRCS and completed in 1989. Standing at a height of 28 feet and stretching 270 feet in length, this dam serves multiple purposes including fire protection and providing a small fish pond. The dam has a storage capacity of 46 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 3.9 acres, with a drainage area of 0.08 square miles.
Managed by the Iowa DNR, Stewart Dam is regulated and inspected regularly to ensure its structural integrity and safety. With a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment rating, the dam is deemed to be in satisfactory condition. While currently not rated for its condition assessment, the dam has not undergone any modifications since its construction and does not have an Emergency Action Plan (EAP) in place. Overall, Stewart Dam serves as a vital resource for water conservation and management in the area, contributing to the local ecosystem and providing recreational opportunities for residents and wildlife alike.
Year Completed |
1989 |
Dam Length |
270 |
Dam Height |
28 |
River Or Stream |
TR- GRANTS CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
3.9 |
Drainage Area |
0.08 |
Nid Storage |
46 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
28 |
Des Moines River At St. Francisville
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1620cfs |
Fox River At Wayland
|
8cfs |
Des Moines River At Keosauqua
|
1800cfs |
Skunk River At Augusta
|
244cfs |
Cedar Creek Near Oakland Mills
|
10cfs |
Big Creek Near Mt. Pleasant
|
0cfs |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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Shimek State Forest
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Battle of Athens State Park
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Indian Lake Park
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