Hankins Dam, located in Eddyville, Iowa, is a privately owned earth dam designed by the USDA NRCS in 1967.
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The dam's primary purpose is for fire protection, stock, or small fish pond. With a height of 20 feet and a length of 320 feet, the dam has a storage capacity of 57 acre-feet and a surface area of 4.3 acres. Situated on the TR-Des Moines River, the dam is regulated by the Iowa DNR and is subject to state permitting, inspection, and enforcement.
Despite being categorized as a low hazard potential structure, Hankins Dam is considered to have a moderate risk level and is not currently rated for its condition. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway type and is constructed on soil foundation. While it does not have outlet gates or locks, it serves its community as a vital resource for fire protection and water storage. As an integral part of the local water management system, Hankins Dam plays a crucial role in safeguarding the surrounding area from potential flooding and providing essential water resources for various purposes.
Year Completed |
1967 |
Dam Length |
320 |
Dam Height |
20 |
River Or Stream |
TR- DES MOINES RIVER |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
4.3 |
Drainage Area |
0.27 |
Nid Storage |
57 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
20 |
Des Moines River Near Tracy
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1400cfs |
Cedar Creek Near Bussey
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11cfs |
South Skunk River Near Oskaloosa
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485cfs |
Des Moines River Near Pella
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2080cfs |
English Creek Near Knoxville
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2cfs |
White Breast Creek Near Dallas
|
5cfs |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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Cedar Creek Access
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Eveland Access
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Quercus Wilderness Area
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Miami Lake Park
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Howell Station - Red Rock Lake
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Ivans - Red Rock Lake
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