Little Paint Creek Watershed Site 200, located in Allamakee County, Iowa, is a vital resource for fire protection, stock, and small fish pond purposes.
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This earth dam, constructed in 1999 by the USDA NRCS, stands at a height of 34 feet and boasts a storage capacity of 232 acre-feet. With a surface area of 5.9 acres and a drainage area of 1.72 square miles, this dam plays a role in flood risk reduction along the Little Paint Creek.
Managed by the Iowa DNR, this dam is state-regulated, permitted, inspected, and enforced, ensuring its safety and functionality. Despite being classified with a low hazard potential, the risk assessment indicates a moderate level of risk. While the condition assessment is not rated, the dam meets guidelines for emergency action plans, though details are not specified. Overall, Little Paint Creek Watershed Site 200 serves as a crucial component of water resource management and climate resilience in the region, safeguarding against potential hazards and supporting various ecological functions.
Year Completed |
1999 |
Dam Length |
390 |
Dam Height |
34 |
River Or Stream |
LITTLE PAINT CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
5.9 |
Drainage Area |
1.72 |
Nid Storage |
232 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
34 |
Yellow River At Ion
|
23cfs |
Bloody Run Creek Near Marquette
|
11cfs |
Mississippi River At Mcgregor
|
21700cfs |
Upper Iowa River Near Dorchester
|
147cfs |
Kickapoo River At Steuben
|
392cfs |
Upper Iowa River At Decorah
|
137cfs |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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Little Paint Creek Campground
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Yellow River State Forest
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Big Paint Creek Campground
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Heffern's Hill Camp
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Camp Glen Wendel
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Camp John Schultz
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