Bloomquist Dam, located in Oakland Mills, Iowa, was completed in 2002 by the Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) for the primary purpose of grade stabilization along the TR-Troy Creek.
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This earth dam stands at 27 feet high and spans 280 feet in length, providing a storage capacity of 36 acre-feet for flood control and water resource management. Despite its low hazard potential and moderate risk assessment, the dam has not been rated for its current condition and lacks a formal emergency action plan.
Owned privately and not regulated by the state, Bloomquist Dam serves as a vital infrastructure for protecting the surrounding Jefferson County community from potential flooding events. With its uncontrolled spillway and stone core foundation, the dam plays a crucial role in managing the flow of water in the watershed, covering a drainage area of 0.17 square miles. Its strategic location and design by the NRCS make it an essential asset for ensuring water resource sustainability and climate resilience in the region.
Year Completed |
2002 |
Dam Length |
280 |
Dam Height |
27 |
River Or Stream |
TR-TROY CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
2 |
Drainage Area |
0.17 |
Nid Storage |
36 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
27 |
Cedar Creek Near Oakland Mills
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10cfs |
Des Moines River At Keosauqua
|
1800cfs |
Big Creek Near Mt. Pleasant
|
0cfs |
Des Moines River At Ottumwa
|
1090cfs |
North Skunk River Near Sigourney
|
97cfs |
Fox River At Bloomfield
|
7cfs |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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Round Prairie Park
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Mac Coon Access
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Water Works Park
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Oakland Mills Park
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Waterworks Park - Oakland Mills Park
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