West Fork One Subwatershed Site 4-4300 in Woodbury, Iowa, is a significant water resource managed by the local government with assistance from the USDA NRCS.
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This site, completed in 1955, serves multiple purposes including fire protection, stock watering, and flood risk reduction. The dam at this site is classified as an earth dam with a height of 36 feet and a storage capacity of 761 acre-feet.
Located on the TR-WEST FORK LITTLE SIOUX RIV, this site covers a drainage area of 0.34 square miles and has a surface area of 1.1 acres. The dam's spillway is uncontrolled, and it has a low hazard potential with a moderate risk assessment rating. While the condition assessment is not rated, the site is regulated by the Iowa DNR, with state permitting, inspection, and enforcement in place to ensure its safety and functionality for the surrounding community. Overall, West Fork One Subwatershed Site 4-4300 plays a crucial role in water resource management and climate resilience efforts in the region.
Year Completed |
1955 |
Dam Length |
500 |
Dam Height |
36 |
River Or Stream |
TR-WEST FORK LITTLE SIOUX RIV |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
1.1 |
Drainage Area |
0.34 |
Nid Storage |
761 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
36 |
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