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PIERCE CR. NO. 2 SITE J-6

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Soil Dam Tr- E. Nishnabotna R.
April 25, 2025


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Pierce Cr. No. 2 Site J-6 is a dam located in Page, Iowa, owned by the local government and designed by the USDA NRCS. Completed in 1980, this earth dam serves multiple purposes including fire protection, stock, small fish pond, and flood risk reduction. With a dam height of 31 feet and a length of 450 feet, it has a storage capacity of 57 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 2.9 acres.

Managed by the Iowa DNR, this dam on the TR- E. NISHNABOTNA R. has a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment score of 3. While its condition is currently not rated, the dam meets state regulations and undergoes regular inspections, permitting, and enforcement. Despite being uncontrolled, the spillway type of this dam ensures controlled release of excess water to prevent flooding and maintain safety in the surrounding area.

As part of the flood risk reduction infrastructure in the region, Pierce Cr. No. 2 Site J-6 plays a crucial role in water resource management and climate resilience efforts. With its strategic location and design, this dam serves as a protective barrier against potential hazards, highlighting the importance of sustainable infrastructure for safeguarding communities and ecosystems in the face of changing climate patterns.

Year_Completed 1980
Dam_Height 31
River_Or_Stream TR- E. NISHNABOTNA R.
Dam_Length 450
Primary_Dam_Type Earth
Surface_Area 2.9
Drainage_Area 0.27
Nid_Storage 57
Hazard_Potential Low
Foundations Soil
Nid_Height 31
       

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