Soap Creek Watershed Site 68-29, located in Monroe County, Iowa, is a significant part of flood risk reduction efforts along the TR-Soap Creek.
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Constructed in 2006 by the USDA NRCS, this earth dam stands at a height of 29 feet and stretches 540 feet in length. With a storage capacity of 22 acre-feet, the dam serves the primary purpose of flood risk reduction and grade stabilization in the region.
Despite its low hazard potential and moderate risk assessment, Soap Creek Watershed Site 68-29 has not been rated for condition assessment. The dam is equipped with an uncontrolled spillway and is surrounded by stone core and soil foundation. While the dam has not undergone any modifications over the years and does not have an Emergency Action Plan in place, it continues to play a vital role in managing water resources in the area, with a drainage area of 0.1 square miles.
Owned by the local government and falling under the jurisdiction of the Rock Island District, Soap Creek Watershed Site 68-29 remains a crucial asset in the region's water resource management efforts. With its strategic location and design, the dam stands as a testament to collaborative efforts in safeguarding communities from the impacts of flooding and ensuring sustainable water management practices for a resilient future.
Year Completed |
2006 |
Dam Length |
540 |
Dam Height |
29 |
River Or Stream |
TR- SOAP CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
1 |
Drainage Area |
0.1 |
Nid Storage |
22 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
29 |
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Honey Creek State Park Campground
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Lake Wapello State Park Campground
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Lake Wapello State Park
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