Little River Watershed Site 65
Iowa — Decatur County — WEST LITTLE RIVER
Location
| State | Iowa |
| County | Decatur |
| River | WEST LITTLE RIVER |
| Coordinates | 40.75930, -93.81410 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 45 ft |
| Dam Height | 45 ft |
| Dam Length | 1,470 ft |
| NID Storage | 6,700 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 6,700 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 144 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | Significant |
| Condition Assessment | Fair |
| EAP Status | Not Required |
| Last Inspection | May 28, 2024 |
| Inspection Frequency | 5 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1987 |
| Primary Purpose | Flood Risk Reduction |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Owner Type | Local Government |
| Owner | Decatur County SWCD |
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.