Located in Pottawattamie County, Iowa, the North Pigeon Cr Watershed Site 16-1 is a local government-owned earth dam completed in 1978 by the USDA NRCS.
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Designed for fire protection, stock, and small fish pond purposes, this structure boasts a dam height of 33 feet and a length of 655 feet, with a storage capacity of 123 acre-feet. With a surface area of 5.3 acres and a drainage area of 0.34 square miles, this dam plays a key role in flood risk reduction along the TR-NORTH PIGEON CREEK.
Managed by the Iowa Department of Natural Resources, this dam is state-regulated and undergoes regular inspections to ensure its structural integrity and safety for nearby residents. Despite being rated as having a low hazard potential and moderate risk, this dam has not been assessed for its overall condition. With its primary purpose of fire protection and water storage, the North Pigeon Cr Watershed Site 16-1 serves as a vital resource in the region, offering protection against potential flooding and supporting local agricultural and environmental needs.
As a part of the Omaha District, this dam also falls under the jurisdiction of federal agencies for funding and design purposes. With a focus on sustainable water resource management and climate resilience, the North Pigeon Cr Watershed Site 16-1 serves as a valuable asset in the ongoing efforts to protect and sustainably utilize water resources in the area.
Year Completed |
1978 |
Dam Length |
655 |
Dam Height |
33 |
River Or Stream |
TR-NORTH PIGEON CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
5.3 |
Drainage Area |
0.34 |
Nid Storage |
123 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
33 |
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417cfs |
Missouri River At Omaha
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17700cfs |
Big Papillion Cr
|
38cfs |
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154cfs |
Soldier River At Pisgah
|
112cfs |
Elkhorn River At Waterloo
|
1120cfs |
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Hitchcock County Nature Center
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Missouri Valley City Park
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Wilson Island State Rec Area
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N. P. Dodge Mem Park
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Arrowhead Park
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