East Fork Grand River Watershed Site D-54

Tr- Lotts Creek· Ringgold, Iowa· Built 2002· Earth· 23 ft tall
Significant Hazard Grade Stabilization Local Government

Key Takeaway

East Fork Grand River Watershed Site D-54 is classified as significant hazard in Iowa. It was completed in 2002 and is 24 years old. Its primary use is grade stabilization. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Height 23 ft (taller than 13.3% in IA)
Dam Length530 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage102 acre-ft
Normal Storage27 acre-ft
Surface Area5 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge0 cfs
Year Completed2002 (24 years old)
NID IDIA03493

Safety Information

Significant Hazard

No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: No
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: IOWA DNR

Ownership

Ringgold County SWCD

Local Government

Nearby Dams

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of East Fork Grand River Watershed Site D-54?

East Fork Grand River Watershed Site D-54 is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates East Fork Grand River Watershed Site D-54?

East Fork Grand River Watershed Site D-54 is owned by Ringgold County SWCD (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was East Fork Grand River Watershed Site D-54 built?

East Fork Grand River Watershed Site D-54 was completed in 2002, making it 24 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.

What is the primary purpose of East Fork Grand River Watershed Site D-54?

East Fork Grand River Watershed Site D-54 serves the following purposes: Grade Stabilization. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is East Fork Grand River Watershed Site D-54?

East Fork Grand River Watershed Site D-54 has a dam height of 23 ft. Dam height is measured from the natural streambed at the downstream toe to the top of the dam, and may differ from the visible height.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.