Duffield Dam, located in Floris, Iowa, was completed in 1982 and serves multiple purposes including fire protection, stock, and as a small fish pond.
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Humidity
With a height of 30 feet and a length of 205 feet, the dam has a storage capacity of 32 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 2.5 acres. It is primarily made of earth with a soil foundation and is regulated by the Iowa Department of Natural Resources.
Situated on the TR-SOAP CREEK, Duffield Dam has a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment score of 3. Although the dam is not currently rated for its condition, it is inspected, permitted, and regulated by the state of Iowa. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway and has not undergone any modifications since its completion, making it a relatively stable structure for water resource management in the region.
Owned privately, Duffield Dam is not associated with any federal agencies or funding. It is located within the Rock Island District and falls under the jurisdiction of Iowa in Davis County. With its strategic location and multiple functions, Duffield Dam plays a vital role in water resource management and climate resilience efforts in the area.
Year Completed |
1982 |
Dam Length |
205 |
Dam Height |
30 |
River Or Stream |
TR-SOAP CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
2.5 |
Drainage Area |
0.09 |
Nid Storage |
32 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
30 |
Fox River At Bloomfield
|
7cfs |
Des Moines River At Ottumwa
|
1090cfs |
Chariton River Near Moulton
|
34cfs |
Des Moines River At Keosauqua
|
1800cfs |
Chariton River Near Rathbun
|
14cfs |
Chariton River At Livonia
|
45cfs |
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Drakesville City Park
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McGowen Rec Area
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Lake Fisher
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Lake Wapello State Park Campground
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Lake Wapello State Park
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