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Blockton Watershed Site T-1 in Iowa is a vital water resource managed by the local government for fire protection, stock, and small fish pond purposes. This earth dam, completed in 1969, stands at 26 feet tall and has a storage capacity of 30 acre-feet. Located in Taylor County near the Platte River, this dam plays a crucial role in flood risk reduction for the surrounding area.
Managed by the USDA NRCS, this site is regulated by the Iowa DNR and undergoes regular inspections and enforcement measures to ensure its safety and functionality. With a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment rating, Blockton Watershed Site T-1 serves as a key infrastructure for water management and conservation efforts in the region. Enthusiasts of water resources and climate will find this site to be a fascinating example of sustainable water resource management in action.
Year_Completed | 1969 |
Dam_Height | 26 |
River_Or_Stream | TR- PLATTE RIVER |
Primary_Dam_Type | Earth |
Surface_Area | 2 |
Drainage_Area | 0.15 |
Nid_Storage | 30 |
Hazard_Potential | Low |
Foundations | Soil |
Nid_Height | 26 |
BIG CREEK NEAR BLAIRSTOWN | 238cfs |
POTTAWATOMIE C AT LANE | 129cfs |
BIG BULL C NR HILLSDALE | 11cfs |
STRANGER C NR TONGANOXIE | 94cfs |
LITTLE BLUE RIVER NEAR LAKE CITY | 148cfs |
SOUTH GRAND RIVER AT URICH | 554cfs |
SOUTH GRAND RIVER AT ARCHIE | 105cfs |