Big Wyacondah Watershed Site 27-H in Iowa is a vital water resource managed by the local government and designed by the USDA NRCS.
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This earth dam, completed in 1976, serves multiple purposes such as fire protection, stock watering, and small fish pond maintenance. With a height of 27 feet and a length of 549 feet, the dam has a storage capacity of 379 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 12 acres. It is located in Davis County, Iowa, near the TR-South Wyacondah River and is regulated by the Iowa DNR.
The dam has a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment rating. Despite not having a condition assessment rating, the dam is regularly inspected, permitted, and enforced by the Iowa DNR. The structure does not have a controlled spillway and is considered safe for its intended purposes. The surrounding area benefits from flood risk reduction and water conservation, making it a crucial component of the local ecosystem. For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Big Wyacondah Watershed Site 27-H is an intriguing site to study and support for its impact on the environment and surrounding communities.
Year Completed |
1976 |
Dam Length |
549 |
Dam Height |
27 |
River Or Stream |
TR-SOUTH WYACONDAH RIVER |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
12 |
Drainage Area |
1.9 |
Nid Storage |
379 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
27 |
Fox River At Bloomfield
|
7cfs |
Chariton River Near Moulton
|
34cfs |
Chariton River At Livonia
|
45cfs |
Des Moines River At Ottumwa
|
1090cfs |
Chariton River Near Rathbun
|
14cfs |
Des Moines River At Keosauqua
|
1800cfs |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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Lake Fisher
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McGowen Rec Area
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Drakesville City Park
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Lake Wapello State Park
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Lake Wapello State Park Campground
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