Soap Creek Watershed Site 68-58b in Monroe, Iowa, is a flood risk reduction structure designed by the USDA NRCS and completed in 2005.
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This Earth dam, with a height of 33 feet and a length of 355 feet, serves the primary purpose of flood risk reduction and grade stabilization along the TR- KINSER CREEK. The dam has a storage capacity of 25 acre-feet, with a normal storage capacity of 8 acre-feet, and covers a drainage area of 0.12 square miles.
Located in Selma, Iowa, this low hazard potential dam has a moderate risk assessment rating and is not currently regulated by the state. With a spillway width of 1 foot and uncontrolled spillway type, the structure has not been inspected or assessed for condition as of the last data update in May 2021. Despite its small surface area of 1 acre, Soap Creek Watershed Site 68-58b plays a crucial role in mitigating flood risks and ensuring the stability of the surrounding environment. For water resource and climate enthusiasts, this site serves as a valuable example of collaborative efforts between local government agencies and federal partners in managing water resources effectively.
Year Completed |
2005 |
Dam Length |
355 |
Dam Height |
33 |
River Or Stream |
TR- KINSER CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
1 |
Drainage Area |
0.12 |
Nid Storage |
25 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
33 |