Humeston Reservoir Dam
Iowa — Wayne County — TR-CHARITON RIVER
Location
| State | Iowa |
| County | Wayne |
| River | TR-CHARITON RIVER |
| Coordinates | 40.88280, -93.50680 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 31 ft |
| Dam Height | 31 ft |
| Dam Length | 670 ft |
| NID Storage | 900 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 900 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 37 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | Significant |
| Condition Assessment | Poor |
| EAP Status | Not Required |
| Last Inspection | August 8, 2023 |
| Inspection Frequency | 2 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1916 |
| Primary Purpose | Water Supply |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Owner Type | Local Government |
| Owner | City of Humeston |
Location Map
About This Dam Record
Dam safety data is maintained by the Army Corps of Engineers National Inventory of Dams (NID). High-hazard dams are those where failure could cause loss of life or major property damage downstream.