Overnight
Monday
Windspeed
Humidity
Walters Creek Watershed Site 29-1 is a vital water resource structure located in Adams County, Iowa, specifically in the city of Lake Icaria. Owned and regulated by the local government, this site serves multiple purposes including fire protection, stock, and small fish pond maintenance, as well as flood risk reduction. Constructed in 1969 by the USDA NRCS, this earth-type dam stands at a height of 25 feet and has a maximum storage capacity of 67 acre-feet.
With a drainage area of 0.33 square miles and a surface area of 5 acres, Walters Creek Watershed Site 29-1 plays a crucial role in managing water flow and mitigating potential flooding in the region. Its uncontrolled spillway type and low hazard potential indicate a moderate risk level (3) according to the data provided. While the dam's condition assessment is currently not rated, its state-regulated status and regular inspections ensure its continued efficiency and safety for both the community and the environment. Overall, this site represents a harmonious blend of engineering ingenuity and natural resource conservation, embodying the importance of sustainable water management practices in the face of climate variability.
Year_Completed | 1969 |
Dam_Height | 25 |
River_Or_Stream | TR KEMP CREEK |
Dam_Length | 431 |
Primary_Dam_Type | Earth |
Surface_Area | 5 |
Drainage_Area | 0.33 |
Nid_Storage | 67 |
Hazard_Potential | Low |
Foundations | Soil |
Nid_Height | 25 |
SOUTH GRAND RIVER AT ARCHIE | 105cfs |
POTTAWATOMIE C AT LANE | 129cfs |
MARAIS DES CYGNES R NR OTTAWA | 252cfs |
BIG BULL C NR HILLSDALE | 11cfs |
SOUTH GRAND RIVER AT URICH | 554cfs |
BIG CREEK NEAR BLAIRSTOWN | 238cfs |
STRANGER C NR TONGANOXIE | 94cfs |
Location | Reservations | Toilets | Showers |
---|---|---|---|
Snowdale State Park | |||
Natural Falls State Park | |||
Dam Site River - Beaver Lake | |||
Spavinaw State Park | |||
Prairie Creek - Beaver Lake | |||
Indian Creek - Beaver Lake |