West Beaver Subwatershed Sta 23+45 #A is a local government-owned structure located in Monona, Iowa, along the TR-BEAVER CREEK.
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Designed by USDA NRCS and completed in 1961, this earth dam serves multiple purposes including fire protection, stock, small fish pond, and flood risk reduction. With a dam height of 65 feet and a storage capacity of 80 acre-feet, it covers a surface area of 3.2 acres and drains a 0.11 square mile area.
Managed by the Iowa Department of Natural Resources, this dam has a low hazard potential and is currently not rated for its condition assessment. Despite its age, it continues to play a crucial role in water resource management and climate resilience in the region. Even though it has not undergone recent inspections or assessments, its moderate risk assessment rating suggests the need for ongoing monitoring and potential risk management measures to ensure its long-term stability and effectiveness.
Located in a picturesque setting near the Little Sioux River, West Beaver Subwatershed Sta 23+45 #A stands as a testament to the importance of sustainable water resource infrastructure in environmental conservation and disaster risk reduction efforts. As climate change continues to pose challenges to water management, structures like this play a vital role in safeguarding communities and ecosystems from the impacts of extreme weather events and ensuring a resilient future for the region.
Year Completed |
1961 |
Dam Length |
272 |
Dam Height |
65 |
River Or Stream |
TR-BEAVER CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
3.2 |
Drainage Area |
0.11 |
Nid Storage |
80 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
65 |
Little Sioux River Near Turin
|
1040cfs |
Monona-Harrison Ditch Near Turin
|
158cfs |
Maple River At Mapleton
|
323cfs |
Soldier River At Pisgah
|
112cfs |
West Fork Ditch At Hornick
|
80cfs |
Missouri River At Decatur
|
15500cfs |