Located in Pottawattamie, Iowa, the Simon Run Watershed Site 9-3w is a vital water resource managed by the local government with assistance from USDA NRCS.
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This Earth dam, completed in 1985, serves multiple purposes including fire protection, stock, small fish pond, and flood risk reduction. With a dam height of 39 feet and a storage capacity of 69 acre-feet, this site covers a surface area of 3.3 acres and drains a small area of 0.07 square miles.
Managed by the Iowa DNR, this watershed site has a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment rating. While its condition assessment is currently not rated, the site is equipped with an uncontrolled spillway and is inspected, permitted, and regulated by the state government. With its key purpose being water storage and flood risk mitigation, the Simon Run Watershed Site 9-3w is a crucial asset in ensuring water resource sustainability and climate resilience in the region.
As part of the Omaha District, this site falls under the jurisdiction of the local government and is designed to meet the evolving needs of the community. With its strategic location and functionality, it plays a significant role in managing water flow, protecting against floods, and supporting various environmental and agricultural activities in the area. Water resource and climate enthusiasts can appreciate the innovative design and management strategies employed at Simon Run Watershed Site 9-3w to promote sustainable water use and enhance ecological resilience in the region.
Year Completed |
1985 |
Dam Length |
386 |
Dam Height |
39 |
River Or Stream |
TR- SIMON RUN |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
3.3 |
Drainage Area |
0.07 |
Nid Storage |
69 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
39 |
Missouri River At Omaha
|
17700cfs |
Big Papillion Cr
|
38cfs |
Boyer River At Logan
|
417cfs |
West Nishnabotna River At Hancock
|
154cfs |
Elkhorn River At Waterloo
|
1120cfs |
Soldier River At Pisgah
|
112cfs |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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Hitchcock County Nature Center
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N. P. Dodge Mem Park
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Friendship City Park
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Arrowhead Park
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