Walters Creek Watershed Site 16-1 Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 13, 2025
Walters Creek Watershed Site 16-1, located in Nodaway, Iowa, is a crucial water resource managed by the local government with the oversight of the Iowa Department of Natural Resources.
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Summary
This site, designed by the USDA NRCS, serves multiple purposes including fire protection, stock watering, small fish habitat, and flood risk reduction. The earth dam, completed in 1968, stands at a height of 29 feet and has a storage capacity of 108 acre-feet.
The dam at Walters Creek Watershed Site 16-1 has been deemed to have a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment. While its condition has not been rated, regular inspections and enforcement by the state regulatory agency ensure its safety and functionality. The site's location on TR-Kemp Creek makes it a vital feature in the local landscape, providing essential water management services for the surrounding area.
With a drainage area of 0.3 square miles and a normal storage capacity of 66 acre-feet, Walters Creek Watershed Site 16-1 plays a significant role in maintaining water quality and quantity in the region. Its presence highlights the importance of sustainable water resource management and climate resilience efforts in safeguarding our natural ecosystems and communities against the impacts of a changing climate.
Year Completed |
1968 |
Dam Length |
754 |
Dam Height |
29 |
River Or Stream |
TR-KEMP CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
10 |
Drainage Area |
0.3 |
Nid Storage |
108 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
29 |
Seasonal Comparison
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Dam Data Reference
Condition Assessment
SatisfactoryNo existing or potential dam safety deficiencies are recognized. Acceptable performance is expected under all loading conditions (static, hydrologic, seismic) in accordance with the minimum applicable state or federal regulatory criteria or tolerable risk guidelines.
Fair
No existing dam safety deficiencies are recognized for normal operating conditions. Rare or extreme hydrologic and/or seismic events may result in a dam safety deficiency. Risk may be in the range to take further action. Note: Rare or extreme event is defined by the regulatory agency based on their minimum
Poor A dam safety deficiency is recognized for normal operating conditions which may realistically occur. Remedial action is necessary. POOR may also be used when uncertainties exist as to critical analysis parameters which identify a potential dam safety deficiency. Investigations and studies are necessary.
Unsatisfactory
A dam safety deficiency is recognized that requires immediate or emergency remedial action for problem resolution.
Not Rated
The dam has not been inspected, is not under state or federal jurisdiction, or has been inspected but, for whatever reason, has not been rated.
Not Available
Dams for which the condition assessment is restricted to approved government users.
Hazard Potential Classification
HighDams assigned the high hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation will probably cause loss of human life.
Significant
Dams assigned the significant hazard potential classification are those dams where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life but can cause economic loss, environment damage, disruption of lifeline facilities, or impact other concerns. Significant hazard potential classification dams are often located in predominantly rural or agricultural areas but could be in areas with population and significant infrastructure.
Low
Dams assigned the low hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life and low economic and/or environmental losses. Losses are principally limited to the owner's property.
Undetermined
Dams for which a downstream hazard potential has not been designated or is not provided.
Not Available
Dams for which the downstream hazard potential is restricted to approved government users.
Walters Creek Watershed Site 16-1