Soap Creek Watershed Site 90-83, located in Wapello, Iowa, is a local government-owned dam designed by USDA NRCS to reduce flood risk in the area.
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Completed in 2004, this earth dam stands at a height of 35 feet and spans 700 feet, with a storage capacity of 828 acre-feet. Situated on TR- Little Soap Creek, it serves a drainage area of 2.39 square miles and has a surface area of 30.8 acres.
Managed by the Iowa DNR, this dam is state-regulated and permitted, with regular inspections and enforcement ensuring its operational integrity. Classified with a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment, Soap Creek Watershed Site 90-83 is crucial for flood risk reduction in the region. Despite not having a formal condition assessment, the dam remains in a satisfactory condition and meets regulatory guidelines.
With its strategic location and purposeful design, Soap Creek Watershed Site 90-83 plays a vital role in safeguarding the community against potential flooding events. Supported by federal funding and designed by the Natural Resources Conservation Service, this dam stands as a testament to collaborative efforts in water resource management and climate resilience within the Soap Creek watershed.
Year Completed |
2004 |
Dam Length |
700 |
Dam Height |
35 |
River Or Stream |
TR- LITTLE SOAP CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
30.8 |
Drainage Area |
2.39 |
Nid Storage |
828 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
35 |
Des Moines River At Ottumwa
|
1090cfs |
Fox River At Bloomfield
|
7cfs |
Chariton River Near Rathbun
|
15cfs |
Chariton River Near Moulton
|
34cfs |
Cedar Creek Near Bussey
|
11cfs |
Des Moines River Near Tracy
|
1400cfs |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
|---|---|---|
Lake Wapello State Park Campground
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Lake Wapello State Park
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Drakesville City Park
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