Mule Creek Watershed Sta 48+87 is a vital earth dam structure located in Mills County, Iowa, designed by USDA NRCS to serve multiple purposes including fire protection, stock, small fish pond, and flood risk reduction.
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Completed in 1955, the dam stands at a height of 44 feet with a length of 257 feet, providing a storage capacity of 237 acre-feet. With a drainage area of 0.94 square miles, the dam plays a crucial role in managing water resources in the region.
Owned by the local government and regulated by the Iowa DNR, Mule Creek Watershed Sta 48+87 is classified as having a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment rating. The dam is inspected, permitted, and enforced by state agencies to ensure its structural integrity and safety. Although the condition assessment is currently not rated, the dam continues to be an essential asset for water resource management in the area.
Located in Anderson, Iowa, along the TR-Mule Creek, this structure is closely monitored and maintained to meet regulatory standards. With a surface area of 3.7 acres and a normal storage capacity of 84 acre-feet, Mule Creek Watershed Sta 48+87 plays a crucial role in protecting the local community from flooding events and providing essential water resources for various purposes.
Year Completed |
1955 |
Dam Length |
257 |
Dam Height |
44 |
River Or Stream |
TR-MULE CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
3.7 |
Drainage Area |
0.94 |
Nid Storage |
237 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
44 |
West Nishnabotna River At Randolph
|
512cfs |
Weeping Water Creek At Union
|
20cfs |
East Nishnabotna River At Red Oak
|
305cfs |
Missouri River At Nebraska City
|
24100cfs |
Missouri River At Omaha
|
18800cfs |
Nishnabotna River Above Hamburg
|
1190cfs |