Walnut Creek Dam Site 1, located in Jefferson County, Iowa, is a privately owned earth dam built in 1995 by the USDA NRCS.
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The dam serves multiple purposes, including fire protection and creating a small fish pond, with a storage capacity of 95 acre-feet and a surface area of 6.3 acres. Situated on TR- S. Walnut Creek, the dam is regulated by the Iowa Department of Natural Resources and undergoes regular inspections and enforcement to ensure its safety and functionality.
With a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment rating, Walnut Creek Dam Site 1 is considered to be in good condition, although it has not been formally rated. The dam has not been modified since its completion and does not have an emergency action plan in place. Despite these shortcomings, the dam continues to provide essential services to the local community, demonstrating the importance of proper maintenance and oversight of water resource infrastructure. As a part of the Rock Island District, Walnut Creek Dam Site 1 is an example of the collaboration between private owners and government agencies to manage water resources effectively in Iowa.
Year Completed |
1995 |
Dam Length |
415 |
Dam Height |
27 |
River Or Stream |
TR- S. WALNUT CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
6.3 |
Drainage Area |
0.34 |
Nid Storage |
95 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
27 |
North Skunk River Near Sigourney
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97cfs |
Cedar Creek Near Oakland Mills
|
10cfs |
Des Moines River At Ottumwa
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1090cfs |
Big Creek Near Mt. Pleasant
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0cfs |
Des Moines River At Keosauqua
|
1800cfs |
English River At Kalona
|
41cfs |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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Lake Darling State Park Campground
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Lake Darling State Park
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Skunk River Access
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