The Mines of Spain Wetland Development Dam, located in Dubuque, Iowa, is a state-owned structure designed for recreational purposes along the TR-Mississippi River.
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Completed in 1996, this earth dam stands at a height of 11 feet and spans 952 feet in length, with a storage capacity of 145 acre-feet. While primarily serving as a recreational area, the dam also plays a role in water resource management for the surrounding area.
With a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment rating, the Mines of Spain Wetland Development Dam is regulated, permitted, inspected, and enforced by the Iowa Department of Natural Resources. This soil-based dam contributes to the conservation of water resources in the region, with a normal storage capacity of 51 acre-feet and a surface area of 13 acres. As a wetland development project, the dam provides valuable habitat for wildlife and contributes to the overall health of the ecosystem in the area.
Year Completed |
1996 |
Dam Length |
952 |
Dam Height |
11 |
River Or Stream |
TR- MISSISSIPPI RIVER |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
13 |
Drainage Area |
0.86 |
Nid Storage |
145 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
11 |
Sinsinawa River Near Menominee
|
19cfs |
Platte River Near Rockville
|
85cfs |
Grant River At Burton
|
345cfs |
North Fork Maquoketa River Near Fulton
|
245cfs |
Apple River Near Hanover
|
110cfs |
Maquoketa River Near Maquoketa
|
569cfs |