Bacon Creek Watershed Site A-3-1, located in Woodbury County, Iowa, is a key site for flood risk reduction along the TR-Bacon Creek.
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Owned by the local government and regulated by the Iowa Department of Natural Resources, this earth-type dam stands at a height of 50 feet and was completed in 1978. With a storage capacity of 190 acre-feet and a surface area of 8.1 acres, this dam plays a crucial role in managing the water flow and protecting the surrounding area from potential flooding events.
Managed by the USDA NRCS, this dam has a high hazard potential but is currently in satisfactory condition, as assessed in August 2020. The dam has a spillway width of 3 feet and is uncontrolled. Despite being at risk, the site meets moderate risk assessment guidelines and has a regular inspection schedule in place. With its primary purpose being flood risk reduction, Bacon Creek Watershed Site A-3-1 serves as a vital infrastructure for water resource management in the region and highlights the importance of effective water infrastructure in mitigating the impacts of climate change.
Year Completed |
1978 |
Dam Length |
438 |
Dam Height |
50 |
River Or Stream |
TR-BACON CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
8.1 |
Drainage Area |
0.4 |
Nid Storage |
190 |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
50 |
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