Mule Creek Watershed Sta 16+00 Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Mule Creek Watershed Sta 16+00 is a vital structure located in Mills, Iowa, designed by USDA NRCS to serve multiple purposes including fire protection, stock, and small fish pond management, as well as flood risk reduction.
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Summary
Completed in 1956, this earth dam stands at a height of 32 feet and spans a length of 315 feet, with a storage capacity of 21 acre-feet. Situated along the TR-Mule Creek, this watershed plays a crucial role in water resource management in the region.
Managed by the Iowa Department of Natural Resources, Mule Creek Watershed Sta 16+00 is regulated, permitted, inspected, and enforced by state authorities to ensure its safety and functionality. With a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment rating, this structure poses minimal risk to the surrounding community. Although not currently rated for its condition, efforts are being made to monitor and maintain the dam to meet safety guidelines and mitigate potential risks.
With its strategic location, the Mule Creek Watershed Sta 16+00 serves as a key component in the overall water resource management plan for the area. Its design and purpose reflect a commitment to sustainable water use and conservation, demonstrating the importance of preserving and enhancing our natural resources in the face of a changing climate.
Year Completed |
1956 |
Dam Length |
315 |
Dam Height |
32 |
River Or Stream |
TR-MULE CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
1.2 |
Drainage Area |
0.08 |
Nid Storage |
21 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
32 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
West Nishnabotna River At Randolph
|
512cfs |
Weeping Water Creek At Union
|
20cfs |
East Nishnabotna River At Red Oak
|
305cfs |
Nishnabotna River Above Hamburg
|
1190cfs |
Missouri River At Nebraska City
|
24100cfs |
Missouri River At Omaha
|
18800cfs |
Dam Data Reference
Condition Assessment
SatisfactoryNo existing or potential dam safety deficiencies are recognized. Acceptable performance is expected under all loading conditions (static, hydrologic, seismic) in accordance with the minimum applicable state or federal regulatory criteria or tolerable risk guidelines.
Fair
No existing dam safety deficiencies are recognized for normal operating conditions. Rare or extreme hydrologic and/or seismic events may result in a dam safety deficiency. Risk may be in the range to take further action. Note: Rare or extreme event is defined by the regulatory agency based on their minimum
Poor A dam safety deficiency is recognized for normal operating conditions which may realistically occur. Remedial action is necessary. POOR may also be used when uncertainties exist as to critical analysis parameters which identify a potential dam safety deficiency. Investigations and studies are necessary.
Unsatisfactory
A dam safety deficiency is recognized that requires immediate or emergency remedial action for problem resolution.
Not Rated
The dam has not been inspected, is not under state or federal jurisdiction, or has been inspected but, for whatever reason, has not been rated.
Not Available
Dams for which the condition assessment is restricted to approved government users.
Hazard Potential Classification
HighDams assigned the high hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation will probably cause loss of human life.
Significant
Dams assigned the significant hazard potential classification are those dams where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life but can cause economic loss, environment damage, disruption of lifeline facilities, or impact other concerns. Significant hazard potential classification dams are often located in predominantly rural or agricultural areas but could be in areas with population and significant infrastructure.
Low
Dams assigned the low hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life and low economic and/or environmental losses. Losses are principally limited to the owner's property.
Undetermined
Dams for which a downstream hazard potential has not been designated or is not provided.
Not Available
Dams for which the downstream hazard potential is restricted to approved government users.
Mule Creek Watershed Sta 16+00