Campbell Farms Dam, located in Coppock, Iowa, along the TR-Cedar Creek river, was completed in 1974 by the USDA NRCS.
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This earth dam, with a height of 28 feet and a length of 295 feet, serves multiple purposes including fire protection, stock, and small fish pond. With a storage capacity of 44 acre-feet and a surface area of 4 acres, the dam is primarily used by the private owner for agricultural and recreational activities.
Managed and regulated by the Iowa DNR, Campbell Farms Dam is classified as having a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment. Despite not having a condition rating, the dam is inspected, permitted, and enforced by state agencies. While not equipped with outlet gates or a controlled spillway, the dam remains a crucial structure for water resource management and climate resilience in the region.
With its peaceful surroundings and functional design, Campbell Farms Dam stands as a testament to the importance of sustainable water resource management. As a private-owned structure supported by the USDA NRCS, it exemplifies the collaboration between public and private entities in ensuring the safety and efficiency of water infrastructure for both agricultural and environmental purposes in Washington County, Iowa.
Year Completed |
1974 |
Dam Length |
295 |
Dam Height |
28 |
River Or Stream |
TR-CEDAR CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
4 |
Drainage Area |
0.09 |
Nid Storage |
44 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
28 |
English River At Kalona
|
41cfs |
Iowa River Near Lone Tree
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942cfs |
Big Creek Near Mt. Pleasant
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0cfs |
Old Mans Creek Near Iowa City
|
24cfs |
Cedar Creek Near Oakland Mills
|
10cfs |
Cedar River Near Conesville
|
2400cfs |
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