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England Dam, located in Davis County, Iowa, is a privately-owned structure designed by USDA NRCS for fire protection, stock, or small fish pond purposes. Completed in 1974, this earth dam stands at a height of 23 feet and spans a length of 372 feet, with a storage capacity of 51 acre-feet and covering a surface area of 4.8 acres. Situated on the Middle Chequest Creek, this dam is regulated by the Iowa DNR and is inspected, permitted, and enforced by the state authorities.
Despite being classified as having a low hazard potential, England Dam poses a moderate risk due to its condition assessment being "Not Rated." While emergency action plans and inundation maps are not currently in place, the dam meets state guidelines for safety measures. With a spillway type of "Uncontrolled," this dam serves as a vital resource for water management in the area. Water resource and climate enthusiasts can appreciate the importance of maintaining and monitoring the England Dam to ensure its continued functionality and safety for the surrounding community.
Year_Completed | 1974 |
Dam_Height | 23 |
River_Or_Stream | TR-MIDDLE CHEQUEST CREEK |
Dam_Length | 372 |
Primary_Dam_Type | Earth |
Surface_Area | 4.8 |
Drainage_Area | 0.18 |
Nid_Storage | 51 |
Hazard_Potential | Low |
Foundations | Soil |
Nid_Height | 23 |
WEST FORK POINT REMOVE CREEK NEAR HATTIEVILLE | 122cfs |
BEAR CREEK NEAR SILVER HILL | 223cfs |
BUFFALO RIVER NEAR ST. JOE | 7950cfs |
MIDDLE FORK OF LITTLE RED RIVER AT SHIRLEY | 1130cfs |
ILLINOIS BAYOU NEAR SCOTTSVILLE | 944cfs |
CADRON CREEK NEAR GUY | 239cfs |
LITTLE RED RIVER NEAR DEWEY | 3420cfs |