Soap Creek Watershed Site 68-53 Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 7, 2025
Soap Creek Watershed Site 68-53, located in Monroe County, Iowa, is a local government-owned Earth dam designed by USDA NRCS to reduce flood risks and stabilize grades along the TR- North Soap Creek.
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Summary
Completed in 2005, this dam stands at a height of 25 feet with a length of 500 feet, providing a storage capacity of 33 acre-feet and covering a surface area of 2 acres. With a drainage area of 0.13 square miles, this dam plays a crucial role in managing water flow and mitigating potential flood hazards in the region.
Despite its low hazard potential and moderate risk assessment rating, Soap Creek Watershed Site 68-53 has not been rated for its condition, and there is limited information available regarding its inspection frequency and emergency preparedness measures. However, with no state regulation or jurisdiction, this dam serves as a key infrastructure for flood risk reduction in the area, showcasing the importance of local government initiatives in water resource management. As part of the Natural Resources Conservation Service's efforts, this dam contributes to the overall resilience and sustainability of the region's water resources and climate adaptation strategies.
With its strategic location and purposeful design, Soap Creek Watershed Site 68-53 embodies the collaborative approach between federal agencies and local governments in addressing water resource challenges. As a vital component of the flood risk reduction and grade stabilization efforts along TR- North Soap Creek, this dam underscores the significance of proactive infrastructure investments in enhancing community resilience to climate change impacts. Moving forward, continued monitoring and maintenance of this dam will be essential to ensure its effectiveness in safeguarding the surrounding areas from potential inundation and supporting sustainable water management practices in the region.
Year Completed |
2005 |
Dam Length |
500 |
Dam Height |
25 |
River Or Stream |
TR- NORTH SOAP CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
2 |
Drainage Area |
0.13 |
Nid Storage |
33 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
25 |
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Condition Assessment
SatisfactoryNo 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. Note: Rare or extreme event is defined by the regulatory agency based on their minimum
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. Investigations and studies are necessary.
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.
Not Available
Dams for which the condition assessment is restricted to approved government users.
Hazard Potential Classification
HighDams 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, environment 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.
Not Available
Dams for which the downstream hazard potential is restricted to approved government users.
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