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LITTLE PAINT CREEK WATERSHED SITE 200

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Soil Dam Little Paint Creek
March 31, 2025


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Little Paint Creek Watershed Site 200, located in Allamakee County, Iowa, is a vital resource for fire protection, stock, and small fish pond purposes. 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_Height 34
River_Or_Stream LITTLE PAINT CREEK
Dam_Length 390
Primary_Dam_Type Earth
Surface_Area 5.9
Drainage_Area 1.72
Nid_Storage 232
Hazard_Potential Low
Foundations Soil
Nid_Height 34
       



       

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