Baker Estate Dam, located in Davis County, Iowa, stands as a vital structure for fire protection, stock, and small fish pond purposes.
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This private-owned earth dam, designed by the USDA NRCS and completed in 1960, boasts a height of 26 feet and a length of 365 feet, with a storage capacity of 50 acre-feet. Situated on TR-North Chequest Creek, the dam serves to regulate water flow in the area, with a spillway type classified as uncontrolled.
Maintained and regulated by the Iowa Department of Natural Resources, Baker Estate Dam has a low hazard potential and is currently rated as "Not Rated" in terms of condition assessment. While the last inspection took place in 1992, the dam remains operational and integral to water management in the region. With a moderate risk level of 3, the dam contributes to the overall resilience of the local water resource infrastructure.
Despite its age, Baker Estate Dam continues to play a crucial role in water resource management in the area by providing essential services and supporting the local ecosystem. With its low hazard potential and moderate risk level, the dam stands as a testament to effective design and maintenance practices, ensuring the safety and sustainability of the surrounding environment for years to come.
Year Completed |
1960 |
Dam Length |
365 |
Dam Height |
26 |
River Or Stream |
TR-NORTH CHEQUEST CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
4 |
Drainage Area |
0.12 |
Nid Storage |
50 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
26 |
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7cfs |
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1090cfs |
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1800cfs |
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34cfs |
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|
14cfs |
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|
45cfs |
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