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Big Park Watershed Site F-2, located in Dow City, Iowa, is a critical resource for fire protection, livestock, and small fish pond purposes. Managed by the USDA NRCS, this earth dam stands at a height of 45 feet and stretches 646 feet in length, with a storage capacity of 184 acre-feet. With a low hazard potential and moderate risk assessment, this dam on the TR-Boyer River serves as a key component in flood risk reduction efforts in the area.
Constructed in 1970, this dam plays a vital role in safeguarding the surrounding Crawford County area from potential flooding events. With a drainage area of 0.88 square miles and a normal storage capacity of 83 acre-feet, this structure also offers recreational opportunities for the community. Despite not being rated for its condition, the dam at Big Park Watershed Site F-2 is subject to state regulation and inspection, ensuring its continued functionality and safety for the local residents and ecosystem.
As part of the Rock Island District, this site is a testament to effective water resource management and environmental stewardship in Iowa. With the support of the Iowa DNR and other state agencies, the dam at Big Park Watershed Site F-2 represents a collaborative effort to protect and preserve the region's water resources for future generations.
Year_Completed | 1970 |
Dam_Height | 45 |
River_Or_Stream | TR-BOYER RIVER |
Dam_Length | 646 |
Primary_Dam_Type | Earth |
Surface_Area | 9 |
Drainage_Area | 0.88 |
Nid_Storage | 184 |
Hazard_Potential | Low |
Foundations | Soil |
Nid_Height | 45 |
KANSAS R NR BELVUE | 915cfs |
REDWOOD RIVER NEAR REDWOOD FALLS | 140cfs |
NORTH FORK BIG NEMAHA RIVER AT HUMBOLDT | 26cfs |
SOLDIER C NR DELIA | 132cfs |
DES MOINES RIVER AT JACKSON | 136cfs |
REDWOOD RIVER NEAR MARSHALL | 48cfs |
MINNESOTA RIVER AT MORTON | 2020cfs |