Walters Creek Watershed Site 33-2 Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 14, 2025
Walters Creek Watershed Site 33-2 is a vital water resource in Adams, Iowa, owned and regulated by the local government with oversight from the Iowa Department of Natural Resources.
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Summary
The dam, constructed in 1969 by the USDA NRCS, serves multiple purposes including fire protection, stock, small fish pond, and flood risk reduction. With a height of 20 feet and a storage capacity of 60 acre-feet, the dam plays a crucial role in managing water flow and storage in the region.
Situated on TR-Kemp Creek, this Earth-type dam spans 484 feet and covers a drainage area of 0.29 square miles. Despite its low hazard potential and moderate risk assessment, the dam's condition is currently not rated, highlighting the need for regular inspections and maintenance to ensure its continued functionality and safety. With a surface area of 5 acres and a normal storage capacity of 22 acre-feet, the dam provides essential water resources for the surrounding environment and community.
Overall, Walters Creek Watershed Site 33-2 is a key infrastructure for water management and conservation in the region, playing a critical role in flood risk reduction and supporting various ecological functions. As climate change continues to impact water resources, monitoring and maintaining the dam's integrity will be essential to safeguarding its long-term effectiveness and resilience in the face of evolving environmental challenges.
Year Completed |
1969 |
Dam Length |
484 |
Dam Height |
20 |
River Or Stream |
TR-KEMP CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
5 |
Drainage Area |
0.29 |
Nid Storage |
60 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
20 |
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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 33-2