The Lake Miami Sediment Control Dam - South Site, located in Eddyville, Iowa, is a state-owned structure designed by the USDA NRCS.
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Completed in 2000, this earth dam stands at a height of 26 feet and spans 443 feet in length, serving primarily for grade stabilization along Tr- Bluff Creek. With a maximum storage capacity of 63 acre-feet and a surface area of 4.6 acres, this dam plays a crucial role in managing water resources in Monroe County.
Managed by the Iowa Department of Natural Resources, this dam is regulated, permitted, inspected, and enforced by state authorities. Despite its low hazard potential and moderate risk assessment, the condition of the dam is currently not rated. While it lacks an Emergency Action Plan and has not been assessed for meeting guidelines, the Lake Miami Sediment Control Dam - South Site remains an essential component in the local water infrastructure, contributing to flood control and sediment management efforts. For water resource and climate enthusiasts, this dam represents a key structure in Iowa's water management system, showcasing the importance of sustainable infrastructure development in addressing environmental challenges.
Year Completed |
2000 |
Dam Length |
443 |
Dam Height |
26 |
River Or Stream |
Tr- Bluff Creek |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
4.6 |
Drainage Area |
0.21 |
Nid Storage |
63 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
26 |
Cedar Creek Near Bussey
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11cfs |
Des Moines River Near Tracy
|
1400cfs |
English Creek Near Knoxville
|
2cfs |
Des Moines River Near Pella
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2080cfs |
South Skunk River Near Oskaloosa
|
485cfs |
Chariton River Near Rathbun
|
14cfs |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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Miami Lake Park
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Cedar Creek Access
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Eveland Access
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Quercus Wilderness Area
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