Walters Creek Watershed Site 15-1 Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 13, 2025
Walters Creek Watershed Site 15-1 is a vital water resource located in Nodaway, Iowa, managed by the local government with design assistance from USDA NRCS.
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Summary
This site, completed in 1972, serves multiple purposes including fire protection, stock, small fish pond, and flood risk reduction. The earth dam stands at 31 feet tall and spans 593 feet, with a storage capacity of 230 acre-feet and a drainage area of 0.28 square miles.
The dam's hydraulic height is 0 feet, with an uncontrolled spillway type. Despite its low hazard potential, the dam is considered to have a moderate risk level, with a condition assessment yet to be rated. The site's risk management measures, emergency action plan, and inundation maps are all in need of updating. Located in the Kansas City District, the Walters Creek Watershed Site 15-1 is an important resource for the community, providing essential water management and flood control services.
For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Walters Creek Watershed Site 15-1 offers a fascinating study in dam infrastructure and its role in environmental stewardship. As a state-regulated site with permitting, inspection, and enforcement in place, the dam serves as a critical piece of infrastructure for the region. With a focus on risk management and emergency preparedness, there is an opportunity for further research and improvement to ensure the site's long-term resilience and effectiveness in water resource management.
Year Completed |
1972 |
Dam Length |
593 |
Dam Height |
31 |
River Or Stream |
TR-KEMP CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
3 |
Drainage Area |
0.28 |
Nid Storage |
230 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
31 |
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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 15-1