Turkey Cr Watershed Site 24-2

TR- TURKEY CR.· Cass, Iowa· Built 1984· Earth· 34 ft tall
Significant Hazard Fire Protection Stock Or Small Fish Pond Flood Risk Reduction Local Government

Key Takeaway

Turkey Cr Watershed Site 24-2 is classified as significant hazard in Iowa. It was completed in 1984 and is 42 years old. Its primary use is fire protection. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Height 34 ft (taller than 67.4% in IA)
Dam Length742 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage180 acre-ft
Normal Storage54 acre-ft
Surface Area9 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge0 cfs
Year Completed1984 (42 years old)
NID IDIA02240

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
Last Inspection: April 13, 2006
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: IOWA DNR

Ownership

Cass County SWCD

Local Government

Nearby Dams

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Turkey Cr Watershed Site 24-2?

Turkey Cr Watershed Site 24-2 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 Turkey Cr Watershed Site 24-2?

Turkey Cr Watershed Site 24-2 is owned by Cass County SWCD (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Turkey Cr Watershed Site 24-2 built?

Turkey Cr Watershed Site 24-2 was completed in 1984, making it 42 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 Turkey Cr Watershed Site 24-2?

Turkey Cr Watershed Site 24-2 serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond, Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Turkey Cr Watershed Site 24-2?

Turkey Cr Watershed Site 24-2 has a dam height of 34 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.

When was Turkey Cr Watershed Site 24-2 last inspected?

Turkey Cr Watershed Site 24-2 was last inspected on April 13, 2006. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

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.