Wayne Co. Roadgrade Dam - Bellen Site Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 11, 2025

The Wayne Co.


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Summary

Roadgrade Dam - Bellen Site is a crucial water resource structure located in Wayne County, Iowa. This earth dam, completed in 1996, serves multiple purposes including fire protection, stock, and a small fish pond. With a height of 38 feet and a length of 630 feet, it has a storage capacity of 85 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 4.1 acres. Situated on the TR- W. FK. MEDICINE CREEK, this dam is under the jurisdiction of the Iowa Department of Natural Resources and is subject to state regulation, permitting, inspection, and enforcement.

Despite its low hazard potential, the Wayne Co. Roadgrade Dam - Bellen Site is rated as having a moderate risk level. The condition of the dam is currently not rated, and there is limited information available regarding emergency action plans and risk management measures. The dam is owned by the local government and is designed by the Wayne County Engineer. This structure plays a vital role in water resource management in the area, providing essential services while also posing a moderate level of risk that must be carefully monitored and managed by regulatory authorities.

Overall, the Wayne Co. Roadgrade Dam - Bellen Site is a significant water resource infrastructure that serves various purposes and contributes to the local ecosystem. Its construction and maintenance are overseen by state agencies, ensuring its compliance with safety regulations and standards. As climate change continues to impact water resources, structures like this dam become increasingly important in mitigating risks and providing essential services to the community.

Year Completed

1996

Dam Length

630

Dam Height

38

River Or Stream

TR- W. FK. MEDICINE CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

4.1

Drainage Area

0.12

Nid Storage

85

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Soil

Nid Height

38
       
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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.