Sedan Wmc Dam C dam
Sedan Wmc Dam C
Sedan Wmc Dam C, located in Appanoose County, Iowa, is a state-regulated earth dam completed in 2007 with a primary purpose of creating a fish and wildlife pond. Managed by the Iowa Department of Natural Resources, this dam stands at 8 feet high and spans a length of 290 feet, with a storage capacity of 269 acre-feet. Situated along the Tr-Chariton River, the dam serves as a vital resource for conservation efforts and habitat preservation in the region.
Despite being classified as low hazard potential and not currently rated for condition assessment, Sedan Wmc Dam C plays a crucial role in supporting the ecosystem and enhancing the local water resources. With a moderate risk level assigned, there is a focus on implementing effective risk management measures to ensure the safety and integrity of the structure. The dam's emergency action plan status and inundation maps preparedness are currently undisclosed, indicating the need for continued monitoring and assessment to address any potential vulnerabilities.
With its strategic location and purposeful design, Sedan Wmc Dam C serves as a valuable asset for maintaining biodiversity and promoting environmental sustainability in the area. As a key component of the water infrastructure network, this dam underscores the importance of proactive management and coordinated efforts to safeguard both the ecosystem and community interests. As water resource and climate enthusiasts, understanding and supporting initiatives related to Sedan Wmc Dam C can contribute to long-term resilience and conservation efforts in the region.
Dam data reference
Condition Assessment
- Satisfactory
- No existing or potential dam safety deficiencies are recognized. Acceptable performance is expected under all loading conditions (static, hydrologic, seismic) in accordance with the minimum applicable state or federal regulatory criteria or tolerable risk guidelines.
- Fair
- No existing dam safety deficiencies are recognized for normal operating conditions. Rare or extreme hydrologic and/or seismic events may result in a dam safety deficiency. Risk may be in the range to take further action.
- Poor
- A dam safety deficiency is recognized for normal operating conditions which may realistically occur. Remedial action is necessary. POOR may also be used when uncertainties exist as to critical analysis parameters which identify a potential dam safety deficiency.
- Unsatisfactory
- A dam safety deficiency is recognized that requires immediate or emergency remedial action for problem resolution.
- Not Rated
- The dam has not been inspected, is not under state or federal jurisdiction, or has been inspected but, for whatever reason, has not been rated.
Hazard Potential Classification
- High
- Dams assigned the high hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation will probably cause loss of human life.
- Significant
- Dams assigned the significant hazard potential classification are those dams where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, disruption of lifeline facilities, or impact other concerns. Significant hazard potential classification dams are often located in predominantly rural or agricultural areas but could be in areas with population and significant infrastructure.
- Low
- Dams assigned the low hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life and low economic and/or environmental losses. Losses are principally limited to the owner's property.
- Undetermined
- Dams for which a downstream hazard potential has not been designated or is not provided.
Plan around the weather
Same NOAA / yr.no feed Snoflo's iOS app uses. Watch the precipitation column on the meteogram -- rain on the basin upstream typically lifts inflow 24-72 hours later.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loading detailed forecast… | |||||||
15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks.
Nearby streamflow gauges
USGS streamgauges around Sedan Wmc Dam C -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Chariton River Near Moulton | 56 cfs | → |
| Chariton River At Livonia | 45 cfs | → |
| Chariton River Near Rathbun | 19 cfs | → |
| Fox River At Bloomfield | 7 cfs | → |
| South Fork Chariton River Near Promise City | 9 cfs | → |
| Chariton River At Novinger | 153 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Sedan Wmc Dam C.
Boat launches
- Us 136 Schuyler County
- Isthmus Place Appanoose County
- Islandview Place Appanoose County
- 200th Avenue Appanoose County
- Hornet Place Appanoose County
- Avian Court Appanoose County
Track Sedan Wmc Dam C in the Snoflo app
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About Sedan Wmc Dam C
Where does the data for Sedan Wmc Dam C come from?
Structural and regulatory data come from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers' National Inventory of Dams (NID). Weather forecast comes from NOAA / yr.no -- the same feed Snoflo's iOS app uses.
How often is the report updated?
NID structural data refreshes annually as the Corps publishes updated assessments. The weather forecast refreshes throughout the day.
What does the Low hazard rating mean?
The Corps of Engineers' hazard potential classification grades probable consequences if the dam fails: High = probable loss of human life; Significant = no probable loss of human life but possible economic loss / environmental damage; Low = no probable loss of human life, only minor economic / environmental losses. See the Dam Data Reference card above for the full definitions.
What's "% of normal"?
The current storage value compared to the historical average storage on this calendar day. 100% = right on average; values above 100% mean above-normal storage (wet year); values below mean below-normal (dry year or drought).
Can I get alerts when storage crosses a threshold?
Yes -- alerts are managed in the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this dam, set a threshold, and you'll get a push the moment conditions cross.
Other water bodies near here
Snoflo-tracked reservoirs and dams within driving distance of Sedan Wmc Dam C.