Ahquabi Silt Dam #1, located in Indianola, Iowa, was completed in 1995 and serves multiple purposes including fire protection, stock, small fish pond, and recreation.
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This earth dam, with a height of 26 feet and a length of 408 feet, has a storage capacity of 212 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 10.3 acres. The dam is regulated by the Iowa Department of Natural Resources and is inspected regularly to ensure its structural integrity and safety.
Despite being classified as a low hazard potential dam, Ahquabi Silt Dam #1 has a moderate risk assessment rating of 3. While the dam has not been given a condition assessment rating, it is still regularly inspected to monitor any potential risks. The dam has an uncontrolled spillway type and a drainage area of 1.03 square miles, with a normal storage capacity of 74 acre-feet. As a vital part of the water resource infrastructure in Warren County, Iowa, this dam plays a crucial role in water management and conservation efforts in the region.
With its strategic location along TR- Squaw Creek, Ahquabi Silt Dam #1 serves as a key water management structure in the area, providing essential services for fire protection, stock, small fish pond, and recreational activities. Managed by the state of Iowa, this dam showcases the importance of sustainable water resource management and highlights the collaborative efforts between various agencies to ensure the safety and effectiveness of water infrastructure in the region.
Year Completed |
1995 |
Dam Length |
408 |
Dam Height |
26 |
River Or Stream |
TR- SQUAW CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
10.3 |
Drainage Area |
1.03 |
Nid Storage |
212 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
26 |