Wildland For The Future Dam dam
Wildland For The Future Dam
Wildland For The Future Dam, located in Monroe, Iowa, is a privately owned Earth dam completed in 1995 with a primary purpose of recreation. Spanning a length of 2020 feet and standing at a height of 13 feet, the dam has a storage capacity of 54 acre-feet and covers an area of 10.1 acres. Situated on TR- SOUTH AVERY CREEK, this dam is regulated by the Iowa Department of Natural Resources and undergoes regular inspections to ensure its safety and compliance with state regulations.
With a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment rating, Wildland For The Future Dam poses minimal risk to the surrounding area. Although not rated for its current condition, the dam remains an important recreational resource for the community, providing opportunities for outdoor activities and water-based recreation. Owned by a private entity and designed by the NRCS, this dam serves as a vital water resource for the region, demonstrating the importance of sustainable water management practices in the face of changing climate conditions.
As water resource and climate enthusiasts, the Wildland For The Future Dam serves as a reminder of the need to balance the benefits of water infrastructure with the potential risks they pose. With proper regulation and maintenance, this dam continues to provide valuable recreational opportunities while ensuring the safety and well-being of the surrounding environment. By staying informed and engaged in the management of water resources, enthusiasts can help ensure that structures like Wildland For The Future Dam remain a sustainable and beneficial part of the community for years to come.
Dam data reference
Condition Assessment
- Satisfactory
- No existing or potential dam safety deficiencies are recognized. Acceptable performance is expected under all loading conditions (static, hydrologic, seismic) in accordance with the minimum applicable state or federal regulatory criteria or tolerable risk guidelines.
- Fair
- No existing dam safety deficiencies are recognized for normal operating conditions. Rare or extreme hydrologic and/or seismic events may result in a dam safety deficiency. Risk may be in the range to take further action.
- Poor
- A dam safety deficiency is recognized for normal operating conditions which may realistically occur. Remedial action is necessary. POOR may also be used when uncertainties exist as to critical analysis parameters which identify a potential dam safety deficiency.
- Unsatisfactory
- A dam safety deficiency is recognized that requires immediate or emergency remedial action for problem resolution.
- Not Rated
- The dam has not been inspected, is not under state or federal jurisdiction, or has been inspected but, for whatever reason, has not been rated.
Hazard Potential Classification
- High
- Dams assigned the high hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation will probably cause loss of human life.
- Significant
- Dams assigned the significant hazard potential classification are those dams where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, disruption of lifeline facilities, or impact other concerns. Significant hazard potential classification dams are often located in predominantly rural or agricultural areas but could be in areas with population and significant infrastructure.
- Low
- Dams assigned the low hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life and low economic and/or environmental losses. Losses are principally limited to the owner's property.
- Undetermined
- Dams for which a downstream hazard potential has not been designated or is not provided.
Plan around the weather
Same NOAA / yr.no feed Snoflo's iOS app uses. Watch the precipitation column on the meteogram -- rain on the basin upstream typically lifts inflow 24-72 hours later.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loading detailed forecast… | |||||||
15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks.
Nearby streamflow gauges
USGS streamgauges around Wildland For The Future Dam -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Des Moines River At Ottumwa | 22,200 cfs | → |
| Chariton River Near Rathbun | 1,090 cfs | → |
| Fox River At Bloomfield | 7 cfs | → |
| Cedar Creek Near Bussey | 489 cfs | → |
| Chariton River Near Moulton | 1,310 cfs | → |
| Des Moines River Near Tracy | 19,200 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Wildland For The Future Dam.
Boat launches
- Jefferson Street Viaduct Ottumwa
- 200th Avenue Appanoose County
- Avian Court Appanoose County
- Hornet Place Appanoose County
- Cliffland Road Wapello County
- Husky Place Appanoose County
Track Wildland For The Future Dam in the Snoflo app
Save this dam as a favorite and get the local NOAA / yr.no forecast plus regional flow context wherever you are.
About Wildland For The Future Dam
Where does the data for Wildland For The Future Dam come from?
Structural and regulatory data come from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers' National Inventory of Dams (NID). Weather forecast comes from NOAA / yr.no -- the same feed Snoflo's iOS app uses.
How often is the report updated?
NID structural data refreshes annually as the Corps publishes updated assessments. The weather forecast refreshes throughout the day.
What does the Low hazard rating mean?
The Corps of Engineers' hazard potential classification grades probable consequences if the dam fails: High = probable loss of human life; Significant = no probable loss of human life but possible economic loss / environmental damage; Low = no probable loss of human life, only minor economic / environmental losses. See the Dam Data Reference card above for the full definitions.
What's "% of normal"?
The current storage value compared to the historical average storage on this calendar day. 100% = right on average; values above 100% mean above-normal storage (wet year); values below mean below-normal (dry year or drought).
Can I get alerts when storage crosses a threshold?
Yes -- alerts are managed in the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this dam, set a threshold, and you'll get a push the moment conditions cross.
Other water bodies near here
Snoflo-tracked reservoirs and dams within driving distance of Wildland For The Future Dam.