Soap Creek Watershed Site 68-61, located in Monroe, Iowa, is a dam designed by the USDA NRCS with a primary purpose of fire protection, stock, or small fish pond.
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Completed in 1994, this earth-type dam stands at a height of 35 feet and has a storage capacity of 93 acre-feet. With a drainage area of 0.33 square miles and a surface area of 3.7 acres, this dam plays a crucial role in flood risk reduction in the area.
Managed by the Iowa DNR, this dam on TR-Soap Creek has a low hazard potential and is currently in a condition that is not rated. Despite its moderate risk assessment, the dam has not been inspected in recent years, indicating a potential need for evaluation and maintenance. With a controlled spillway and no outlet gates, this dam serves as an essential structure for water resource management in the region.
As a site of interest for water resource and climate enthusiasts, Soap Creek Watershed Site 68-61 provides valuable insights into dam infrastructure and flood risk reduction efforts in Iowa. With its unique design and purpose, this dam stands as a testament to the collaborative efforts of local government agencies and the USDA NRCS in protecting the surrounding area from potential water-related disasters.
Year Completed |
1994 |
Dam Length |
405 |
Dam Height |
35 |
River Or Stream |
TR- SOAP CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
3.7 |
Drainage Area |
0.33 |
Nid Storage |
93 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
35 |
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Lake Wapello State Park Campground
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Lake Wapello State Park
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Honey Creek State Park Campground
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