Soap Creek Watershed Site 26-44, located in Davis County, Iowa, is a crucial infrastructure project designed by the USDA NRCS to address flood risk reduction in the area.
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Completed in 2003, this earth dam stands at 45 feet high with a length of 668 feet, providing storage capacity of 256 acre-feet and serving a drainage area of 0.5 square miles along the TR-Bear Creek. Despite its modest size, the dam plays a significant role in mitigating flood hazards in the region.
Managed by the Iowa Department of Natural Resources, Soap Creek Watershed Site 26-44 is regulated, inspected, and enforced to ensure its functionality and safety. Its low hazard potential and moderate risk assessment further emphasize its importance in protecting the local community from potential flooding events. While the dam's condition remains unrated, ongoing risk management measures are in place to address any potential issues that may arise.
With its uncontrolled spillway and limited emergency preparedness features, Soap Creek Watershed Site 26-44 embodies the collaborative efforts between local government agencies and the USDA NRCS in safeguarding the environment and local communities from the impacts of extreme weather events. As climate change continues to pose challenges to water resource management, the presence of such infrastructure highlights the importance of proactive measures in building resilience against future climate-related risks.
Year Completed |
2003 |
Dam Length |
668 |
Dam Height |
45 |
River Or Stream |
TR- BEAR CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
6 |
Drainage Area |
0.5 |
Nid Storage |
256 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
45 |
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 |
Cedar Creek Near Bussey
|
11cfs |
Chariton River At Livonia
|
45cfs |
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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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