Waterhouse Wetalnd Dam dam
Waterhouse Wetalnd Dam
Waterhouse Wetland Dam, located in Washington, Iowa, is a private-owned structure designed by NRCS and completed in 2003. This earth dam, standing at a height of 10 feet with a length of 2125 feet, serves as a Fish and Wildlife Pond for the surrounding area. With a storage capacity of 77 acre-feet, the dam covers a surface area of 17.1 acres and has a drainage area of 0.37 square miles.
Managed by the Iowa Department of Natural Resources, the Waterhouse Wetland Dam is regulated, permitted, inspected, and enforced by state authorities. The dam's low hazard potential and moderate risk assessment make it a crucial component for water resource management and wildlife conservation in the region. Despite not being rated for its condition, the dam plays a significant role in maintaining the ecological balance of the TR-Dutch Creek watershed.
With its primary purpose of enhancing fish and wildlife habitats, the Waterhouse Wetland Dam stands as a testament to the importance of sustainable water resource management. Its construction and operation demonstrate a commitment to environmental stewardship and the preservation of natural ecosystems. As climate change continues to impact water availability and quality, structures like the Waterhouse Wetland Dam play a vital role in securing a resilient future for both wildlife and communities in the area.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks.
Nearby streamflow gauges
USGS streamgauges around Waterhouse Wetalnd Dam -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| North Skunk River Near Sigourney | 3,630 cfs | → |
| English River At Kalona | 3,320 cfs | → |
| Big Creek Near Mt. Pleasant | 148 cfs | → |
| Cedar Creek Near Oakland Mills | 2,420 cfs | → |
| Iowa River Near Lone Tree | 7,330 cfs | → |
| Old Mans Creek Near Iowa City | 588 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Waterhouse Wetalnd Dam.
Boat launches
- W15 / 330th Avenue Keokuk County
- Dogwood Avenue Washington County
- County Road V5g Keokuk County
- Vine Avenue Washington County
- Riverside Road Riverside
- Sand Road Southeast Johnson County
Track Waterhouse Wetalnd Dam in the Snoflo app
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About Waterhouse Wetalnd Dam
Where does the data for Waterhouse Wetalnd Dam 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 Waterhouse Wetalnd Dam.