Located in Woodbury County, Iowa, the Weber Creek Subwatershed Site M-17052 is a local government-owned earth dam completed in 1956 by the USDA NRCS.
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With a primary purpose of fire protection, stock, or small fish pond, this dam plays a crucial role in flood risk reduction for the surrounding area. It has a height of 40 feet and can store up to 80 acre-feet of water, covering a surface area of 4.9 acres with a drainage area of 0.21 square miles.
Managed by the Iowa Department of Natural Resources, this dam is regulated, permitted, inspected, and enforced by state agencies to ensure its safety and compliance with regulations. Classified as having a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment, the Weber Creek Subwatershed Site M-17052 is essential for water resource management in the region. Despite not being rated for its condition, this dam continues to serve its purpose effectively and contributes to the overall resilience of the area to potential water-related emergencies.
Year Completed |
1956 |
Dam Length |
200 |
Dam Height |
40 |
River Or Stream |
TR-EAST FORK WOLF CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
4.9 |
Drainage Area |
0.21 |
Nid Storage |
80 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
40 |
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