Little River Watershed Site 65

Iowa — Decatur County — WEST LITTLE RIVER

Location

StateIowa
CountyDecatur
RiverWEST LITTLE RIVER
Coordinates40.75930, -93.81410

Physical Characteristics

NID Height45 ft
Dam Height45 ft
Dam Length1,470 ft
NID Storage6,700 acre-ft
Max Storage6,700 acre-ft
Surface Area144 acres

Safety Classification

Hazard PotentialSignificant
Condition AssessmentFair
EAP StatusNot Required
Last InspectionMay 28, 2024
Inspection Frequency5

Dam Information

Year Completed1987
Primary PurposeFlood Risk Reduction
Dam TypeEarth
Owner TypeLocal Government
OwnerDecatur County SWCD

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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.

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