Leutzinger-Lowe Watershed Site M-1 is a key flood risk reduction structure located in Muscatine, Iowa.
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Built in 1971 by the USDA NRCS, this earth dam stands at 46 feet high and spans 568 feet in length, providing crucial flood protection for the surrounding area along the TR-Muscatine Slough. With a storage capacity of 1550 acre-feet and a drainage area of 5.2 square miles, this dam plays a vital role in managing water flow and minimizing flood damage in the region.
Managed by the Iowa Department of Natural Resources, Leutzinger-Lowe Watershed Site M-1 is subject to state regulation, permitting, inspection, and enforcement to ensure its structural integrity and effectiveness in flood risk reduction. Its condition assessment in June 2018 deemed it satisfactory, with a significant hazard potential. Despite its moderate risk level, the dam continues to serve as a critical infrastructure for water resource management in the area, with a spillway width of 4 feet for controlled water release during high-flow events.
With its strategic location and design, Leutzinger-Lowe Watershed Site M-1 stands as a testament to effective flood risk reduction efforts in Iowa. As climate change continues to impact weather patterns and increase the frequency of extreme weather events, this dam plays a crucial role in safeguarding the community of Luthern Home and surrounding areas from potential flooding. Its management and maintenance are essential to ensuring the safety and resilience of the region's water resources in the face of a changing climate.
Year Completed |
1971 |
Dam Length |
568 |
Dam Height |
46 |
River Or Stream |
TR-MUSCATINE SLOUGH |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Drainage Area |
5.2 |
Nid Storage |
1550 |
Hazard Potential |
Significant |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
46 |
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