Three Mile Creek Watershed Site U-3 is a critical water resource located in Union, Iowa, and managed by the local government.
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Designed by USDA NRCS, this earth dam stands at a height of 23 feet and serves multiple purposes including fire protection, stock, and small fish pond management, as well as flood risk reduction. Completed in 1980, the dam has a storage capacity of 180 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 7.5 acres, with a drainage area of 0.55 square miles.
Despite its low hazard potential and moderate risk assessment, Three Mile Creek Watershed Site U-3 is regulated by the Iowa DNR and undergoes regular state inspections, permitting, and enforcement. Located along the TR-Three Mile Creek, this dam plays a crucial role in managing water resources in the region. With a spillway type of uncontrolled, the dam does not have outlet gates and is not currently rated for its condition assessment. Overall, this site is a key asset for water resource and climate enthusiasts interested in the management of dams and flood control structures in the area.
Year Completed |
1980 |
Dam Length |
460 |
Dam Height |
23 |
River Or Stream |
TR-THREE MILE CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
7.5 |
Drainage Area |
0.55 |
Nid Storage |
180 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
23 |
South Raccoon River At Redfield
|
268cfs |
Raccoon River At Van Meter
|
1640cfs |
Raccoon River Near West Des Moines
|
1300cfs |
Middle Raccoon River At Panora
|
92cfs |
North River Near Norwalk
|
48cfs |
East Fork 102 River At Bedford
|
1cfs |