Francy Site 3, located in Lowell, Iowa, is a privately owned grade stabilization dam designed by the USDA NRCS.
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Completed in 2010, this earth dam stands at a height of 29 feet and spans 366 feet in length, with a storage capacity of 20 acre-feet. Situated on a tributary of Bogus Creek, the dam serves multiple purposes including grade stabilization, fire protection, and providing a small fish pond for the local community. With a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment, Francy Site 3 plays a crucial role in managing water resources in the area.
Despite being unregulated by the state, Francy Site 3 is equipped with state permitting, inspection, and enforcement measures to ensure its structural integrity and safety. The dam features uncontrolled spillways and outlet gates, with a spillway width of 10 feet. The risk assessment for this site is deemed moderate, with no official emergency action plan in place as of the latest data update in May 2021. As an essential component in the water management infrastructure of Henry County, Iowa, Francy Site 3 continues to contribute to the sustainability and conservation of water resources in the region.
Owned by a private entity, Francy Site 3 is a valuable asset in the local water resource management system. With a focus on grade stabilization, this earth dam serves various purposes while maintaining a low hazard potential. As climate change continues to impact water availability and quality, sites like Francy Site 3 play a crucial role in ensuring the resilience and sustainability of water resources for both current and future generations of water and climate enthusiasts.
Year Completed |
2010 |
Dam Length |
366 |
Dam Height |
29 |
River Or Stream |
tributary of Bogus Creek |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
2 |
Drainage Area |
0.02 |
Nid Storage |
20 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
29 |
Cedar Creek Near Oakland Mills
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10cfs |
Big Creek Near Mt. Pleasant
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0cfs |
Skunk River At Augusta
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188cfs |
Des Moines River At Keosauqua
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1800cfs |
Des Moines River At St. Francisville
|
1620cfs |
Iowa River At Wapello
|
4240cfs |
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