Kingery Dam in Bellefountain Creek, Iowa, is a privately owned structure designed by the USDA NRCS and regulated by the Iowa DNR.
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Completed in 1997, this earth dam serves multiple purposes including fire protection and providing a small fish pond. With a height of 29 feet and a length of 340 feet, the dam has a storage capacity of 21 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 2 acres.
Located in Marion County, Iowa, along TR-English Creek, Kingery Dam plays a crucial role in water resource management and climate resilience in the area. The dam has a low hazard potential and has not been rated for condition assessment yet. Despite being uncontrolled, the spillway type of the dam ensures safe water discharge during extreme events. With a moderate risk level assigned, the dam is monitored for any potential safety concerns and management measures are put in place to ensure its long-term effectiveness.
Overall, Kingery Dam stands as a key infrastructure for water management in the region, offering fire protection, stock, and fish pond services. With its regulated status and moderate risk assessment, the dam continues to play a vital role in water resource conservation and climate adaptation efforts in the area.
Year Completed |
1997 |
Dam Length |
340 |
Dam Height |
29 |
River Or Stream |
TR- ENGLISH CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
2 |
Drainage Area |
0.06 |
Nid Storage |
21 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
29 |
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|
2cfs |
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|
5cfs |
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|
2080cfs |
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|
11cfs |
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|
1400cfs |
South River Near Ackworth
|
18cfs |