Wallace Dam, located in Pottawattamie, Iowa, is a private earth dam completed in 2004 with a primary purpose of fire protection, stock, or small fish pond.
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The dam stands at a height of 33 feet and spans a length of 460 feet, with a storage capacity of 63 acre-feet. Situated on the TR- East Nishnabotna River, the dam serves as a crucial resource for water management in the area, with a surface area of 3.5 acres and a drainage area of 0.36 square miles.
The dam's low hazard potential and moderate risk assessment make it a vital infrastructure for water resource and climate enthusiasts. Managed by the NRCS, Wallace Dam boasts uncontrolled spillways and a soil foundation. While the dam has not been rated for its condition, it is inspected, permitted, and enforced by state agencies. With its strategic location and functionality, Wallace Dam plays a key role in ensuring water security and emergency preparedness in the region, highlighting the importance of sustainable water resource management in mitigating climate risks.
Year Completed |
2004 |
Dam Length |
460 |
Dam Height |
33 |
River Or Stream |
TR- EAST NISHNABOTNA RIVER |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
3.5 |
Drainage Area |
0.36 |
Nid Storage |
63 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
33 |
East Nishnabotna River Near Atlantic
|
143cfs |
East Nishnabotna River At Red Oak
|
270cfs |
West Nishnabotna River At Hancock
|
154cfs |
West Nishnabotna River At Randolph
|
420cfs |
Nodaway River At Clarinda
|
30cfs |
Missouri River At Omaha
|
17700cfs |
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Cocklin Fish Farm
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Pilot Grove Co Park
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Cold Spring Park
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Legion City Park
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