Situated in the picturesque Soap Creek Watershed in Davis County, Iowa, lies Site 26-38, a flood risk reduction structure designed by the USDA NRCS and completed in 2003.
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This earth dam, standing at a height of 37 feet and stretching 1050 feet in length, serves to protect the surrounding area from potential flooding events along the TR-Bear Creek. With a normal storage capacity of 36 acre-feet and a total storage capacity of 165 acre-feet, this structure plays a crucial role in managing water resources in the region.
Owned and regulated by the Iowa Department of Natural Resources, Site 26-38 has been deemed to have a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment rating. Despite not having a formal condition assessment, the dam is reported to be in good standing and well-maintained. While no emergency action plan has been prepared or updated for this site, the structure meets state permitting and inspection requirements, ensuring its continued effectiveness in flood risk mitigation. For water resource and climate enthusiasts, the Soap Creek Watershed Site 26-38 offers a fascinating insight into the intersection of infrastructure, environmental stewardship, and community resilience in the face of changing weather patterns and water dynamics.
Year Completed |
2003 |
Dam Length |
1050 |
Dam Height |
37 |
River Or Stream |
TR- BEAR CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
6 |
Drainage Area |
0.52 |
Nid Storage |
165 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
37 |
Fox River At Bloomfield
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7cfs |
Des Moines River At Ottumwa
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1090cfs |
Chariton River Near Moulton
|
34cfs |
Chariton River Near Rathbun
|
15cfs |
Chariton River At Livonia
|
45cfs |
Cedar Creek Near Bussey
|
11cfs |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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Lake Wapello State Park Campground
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Lake Wapello State Park
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Drakesville City Park
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Lake Fisher
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