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EDDY DAM

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Soil Dam Tr- Cooper Creek
April 11, 2025


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Eddy Dam, located in Appanoose County, Iowa, is a private earth dam constructed in 1991 by the USDA NRCS for fire protection, stock, or small fish pond purposes. This dam stands at a height of 33 feet and spans 357 feet in length, with a storage capacity of 25 acre-feet. Situated on TR- Cooper Creek, Eddy Dam is regulated by the Iowa Department of Natural Resources and undergoes regular inspections to ensure its structural integrity.

Despite being classified as a low hazard potential structure, Eddy Dam poses a moderate risk, as indicated by a risk assessment rating of 3. While the dam is not currently rated for its condition, it meets state permitting, inspection, and enforcement requirements. The dam's spillway type is uncontrolled, with a surface area of 2 acres and a drainage area of 0.04 square miles. Overall, Eddy Dam serves as a vital resource for water management in the region, highlighting the importance of sustainable infrastructure for safeguarding against potential climate-related challenges.

Year_Completed 1991
Dam_Height 33
River_Or_Stream TR- COOPER CREEK
Dam_Length 357
Primary_Dam_Type Earth
Surface_Area 2
Drainage_Area 0.04
Nid_Storage 25
Hazard_Potential Low
Foundations Soil
Nid_Height 33
       

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