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Rocky Branch Creek Watershed Site H-7 is a vital water resource located in Jefferson County, Iowa. This local government-owned structure was designed by USDA NRCS and completed in 1958 for multiple purposes including fire protection, stock, small fish pond, and flood risk reduction. The dam, made of earth with a height of 21 feet and a length of 487 feet, has a storage capacity of 114 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 6.4 acres.
Situated on TR-Rocky Branch Creek, this dam is regulated by the Iowa Department of Natural Resources and is inspected, permitted, and enforced by state agencies. Despite being classified as low hazard potential, the risk assessment for this structure is considered moderate. While the condition of the dam has not been rated, it is crucial for water resource and climate enthusiasts to monitor its maintenance and potential risks in order to ensure the safety and sustainability of the surrounding area. With its strategic location and functionality, Rocky Branch Creek Watershed Site H-7 plays a crucial role in water management and protection in the region.
Year_Completed | 1958 |
Dam_Height | 21 |
River_Or_Stream | TR-ROCKY BRANCH CREEK |
Dam_Length | 487 |
Primary_Dam_Type | Earth |
Surface_Area | 6.4 |
Drainage_Area | 1.08 |
Nid_Storage | 114 |
Hazard_Potential | Low |
Foundations | Soil |
Nid_Height | 21 |
FOX RIVER AT BLOOMFIELD | 7cfs |
SKUNK RIVER AT AUGUSTA | 1380cfs |
RICHLAND CREEK NEAR HAVEN | 8cfs |
WALNUT CREEK NEAR HARTWICK | 10cfs |
IOWA RIVER AT WAPELLO | 6130cfs |
DES MOINES RIVER AT KEOSAUQUA | 6330cfs |
IOWA RIVER NEAR BELLE PLAINE | 1190cfs |