Peterson Dam
Iowa, Shelby County, TR-W.FK. WEST NISHNABOTNA R.
Location
| State | Iowa |
| County | Shelby |
| River | TR-W.FK. WEST NISHNABOTNA R. |
| Coordinates | 41.85880, -95.25300 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 19 ft |
| Dam Height | 19 ft |
| Dam Length | 417 ft |
| NID Storage | 52 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 52 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 6 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | Low |
| Condition Assessment | Not Rated |
| EAP Status | Not Required |
| Last Inspection | - |
| Inspection Frequency | - |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1993 |
| Primary Purpose | Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Owner Type | Private |
| Owner | Wilmer Peterson Estate |
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.