West Wolf Creek Subwatershed Site 12l is a dam located in Woodbury County, Iowa, designed by the USDA NRCS and completed in 1990.
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This earth dam serves multiple purposes, including fire protection, stock watering, and small fish pond creation, as well as flood risk reduction. With a height of 35 feet and a length of 412 feet, the dam has a storage capacity of 39 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 2.1 acres, draining 0.14 square miles of the surrounding area.
Managed by the local government and regulated by the Iowa DNR, this dam has a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment. Despite not currently having a condition rating, it is inspected, permitted, and enforced by state agencies, ensuring its safety and compliance with regulations. Located in the Turin city area, this dam plays a crucial role in water resource management and climate resilience efforts in the region, highlighting the importance of sustainable infrastructure for environmental protection and community well-being.
Year Completed |
1990 |
Dam Length |
412 |
Dam Height |
35 |
River Or Stream |
TR- WOLF CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
2.1 |
Drainage Area |
0.14 |
Nid Storage |
39 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
35 |
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