Located in Ankeny, Iowa, the Prairie Trail Development - North Dam is a key component in flood risk reduction along the TR-Saylor Creek.
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Built in 2008, this earth dam stands at 22 feet high and spans 575 feet in length, with a storage capacity of 105 acre-feet. With a primary purpose of flood risk reduction, this dam also serves other functions such as fire protection and stock or small fish pond creation.
Managed by the Iowa Department of Natural Resources, the Prairie Trail Development - North Dam is state-regulated and regularly inspected to ensure its structural integrity and effectiveness in mitigating flood hazards. With a significant hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment rating, this dam plays a crucial role in protecting the surrounding communities from potential flooding events. As a point of interest for water resource and climate enthusiasts, the Prairie Trail Development - North Dam exemplifies the intersection of infrastructure development and environmental conservation in flood-prone areas.
Year Completed |
2008 |
Dam Length |
575 |
Dam Height |
22 |
River Or Stream |
TR- SAYLOR CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
5.1 |
Drainage Area |
0.99 |
Nid Storage |
105 |
Hazard Potential |
Significant |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
22 |
Fourmile Creek Near Ankeny
|
9cfs |
Des Moines River Near Saylorville
|
855cfs |
Beaver Creek Near Grimes
|
183cfs |
Des Moines River At 2nd Avenue
|
418cfs |
Fourmile Creek At Des Moines
|
22cfs |
Raccoon River At Fleur Drive
|
1200cfs |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
|---|---|---|
Cherry Glen Campground
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Acorn Valley Campground
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Water Trail Campsite
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