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Located in Danbury, Iowa, Crawford Creek Subwatershed Site 13-2 is a water resource management site designed by the USDA NRCS to serve multiple purposes including fire protection, stock, and small fish pond, as well as flood risk reduction. Completed in 1974, this earth dam stands at a height of 27 feet and spans 530 feet in length, with a storage capacity of 68 acre-feet and a surface area of 5.8 acres. It is regulated by the Iowa DNR and is subject to state permitting, inspection, and enforcement.
With a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment rating, this site plays a crucial role in managing water resources in the Crawford Creek subwatershed. Situated along the TR-Maple River, this structure provides essential water storage and flood control functions. Despite not being currently rated for condition assessment, efforts are in place to ensure the safety and effectiveness of this vital infrastructure. As climate change continues to impact water resources, sites like Crawford Creek Subwatershed Site 13-2 are essential for sustainable water management practices.
Year_Completed | 1974 |
Dam_Height | 27 |
River_Or_Stream | TR-MAPLE RIVER |
Dam_Length | 530 |
Primary_Dam_Type | Earth |
Surface_Area | 5.8 |
Drainage_Area | 0.48 |
Nid_Storage | 68 |
Hazard_Potential | Low |
Foundations | Soil |
Nid_Height | 27 |
NODAWAY RIVER AT CLARINDA | 121cfs |
MISSOURI RIVER AT OMAHA | 30900cfs |
SOLDIER RIVER AT PISGAH | 145cfs |
WEEPING WATER CREEK AT UNION | 28cfs |
NISHNABOTNA RIVER ABOVE HAMBURG | 601cfs |
EAST NISHNABOTNA RIVER AT RED OAK | 146cfs |
PLATTE R AT LOUISVILLE NE | 6840cfs |