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WEST 32ND ST STORMWATER - LOWER DAM

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Soil Dam Bee Branch
April 2, 2025


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The West 32nd St Stormwater - Lower Dam, located in Dubuque, Iowa, was completed in 2009 with the primary purpose of flood risk reduction along the Bee Branch river. This earth dam stands at 8 feet in height and spans a length of 510 feet, with a storage capacity of 111 acre-feet. The dam is regulated by the Iowa Department of Natural Resources and undergoes regular inspections to ensure its structural integrity and safety.

The dam's spillway type is uncontrolled, with a width of 6 feet, and it has a significant hazard potential but is currently assessed to be in satisfactory condition as of the last assessment in 2009. The risk assessment for the dam is moderate, with a rating of 3. Despite its modest size and capacity, the West 32nd St Stormwater - Lower Dam plays a crucial role in mitigating flood risks in the area and protecting surrounding communities from potential inundation during heavy rainfall events. Water resource and climate enthusiasts will appreciate the dam's contribution to local water management and flood control efforts.

Year_Completed 2009
Dam_Height 8
River_Or_Stream BEE BRANCH
Dam_Length 510
Primary_Dam_Type Earth
Surface_Area 0.5
Drainage_Area 1.9
Nid_Storage 111
Hazard_Potential Significant
Foundations Soil
Nid_Height 8
       

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