Located in the picturesque city of Rathbun Reservoir in Lucas County, Iowa, Honey Creek Watershed Site K-1 is a vital water resource managed by the local government.
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This site, designed by the USDA NRCS, serves multiple purposes including fire protection, stock, small fish pond, and flood risk reduction. The primary dam type is earth, standing at a height of 28 feet and completed in 1956, with a storage capacity of 45 acre-feet and a drainage area of 0.07 square miles.
With a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment rating, Honey Creek Watershed Site K-1 is regulated by the Iowa DNR and undergoes regular state inspections and enforcement. The dam boasts a spillway type of uncontrolled and a surface area of 2 acres, providing essential water management for the surrounding area. Despite being not rated in terms of condition assessment, the site plays a crucial role in water resource management in the region, ensuring the safety and well-being of the community.
Year Completed |
1956 |
Dam Height |
28 |
River Or Stream |
TR- HONEY CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
2 |
Drainage Area |
0.07 |
Nid Storage |
45 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
28 |