Grand Meadow Subwatershed Site M-1, located in Cherokee, Iowa, is a local government-owned earth dam built in 1966 by USDA NRCS with a primary purpose of fire protection, stock, or small fish pond.
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This dam on the TR-West Fork Little Sioux River has a height of 21 feet, a length of 781 feet, and a storage capacity of 54 acre-feet. It serves multiple purposes including flood risk reduction and has a low hazard potential rating.
The site is regulated by the Iowa Department of Natural Resources and is subject to state permitting, inspection, and enforcement. Despite not being rated for condition, the dam is considered to have a moderate risk level. The dam does not have an emergency action plan in place and lacks updated contact information. Overall, Grand Meadow Subwatershed Site M-1 plays a crucial role in managing water resources and protecting the surrounding area from potential flooding events, highlighting the importance of proper maintenance and monitoring for climate resilience.
Year Completed |
1966 |
Dam Length |
781 |
Dam Height |
21 |
River Or Stream |
TR-WEST FORK LITTLE SIOUX |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
2 |
Drainage Area |
0.46 |
Nid Storage |
54 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
21 |
Little Sioux River At Correctionville
|
327cfs |
Floyd River At James
|
187cfs |
Floyd River At Alton
|
36cfs |
Perry Creek Near Milnerville
|
25cfs |
West Fork Ditch At Hornick
|
80cfs |
Missouri River At Sioux City
|
13700cfs |