Zach Mendenhall Dam

Clarke County, Iowa (near Chariton)

River/Stream: Trib to Chariton River

Low Hazard

Failure would cause minimal damage

Key Facts

Dam Type
Earth
Height
26 ft
Dam Length
441 ft
Reservoir Storage
61 acre-ft
Year Completed
2017
Primary Purpose
Grade Stabilization
Owner Type
Private
Max Discharge
138 cfs

Condition Assessment

Not Rated

Hazard Classification: Low — This describes the potential consequences of dam failure, not the likelihood of failure.

Condition Assessment: Not Rated — This describes the current physical condition of the dam based on the most recent inspection.

Location

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Quick Stats

NID ID
IA04300
State
Iowa (IA)
Coordinates
40.92260, -93.56750
Age
9 years

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External Resources

Data sourced from the National Inventory of Dams (NID). Information may not reflect the most current status of this dam. Hazard classification reflects potential consequences of failure, not the likelihood of failure or the current condition.