Millard Dam, located in Selma, Iowa, is a privately owned earth dam designed by the NRCS with a primary purpose of grade stabilization.
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Humidity
Completed in 2002, the dam stands at a height of 33 feet and spans 160 feet in length. It has a storage capacity of 22 acre-feet and serves the function of controlling water flow in Tr to Soap Creek, with a drainage area of 0.02 square miles.
Despite its low hazard potential, Millard Dam is subject to state inspection, permitting, and enforcement to ensure its structural integrity and safety. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway with a width of 10 feet, and its risk assessment shows a moderate risk level. While the condition assessment is currently listed as "Not Rated," the dam's risk management measures and emergency action plan status are not specified. Overall, Millard Dam plays a crucial role in managing water resources and protecting against potential flooding in the region.
Year Completed |
2002 |
Dam Length |
160 |
Dam Height |
33 |
River Or Stream |
Tr to Soap Creek |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Drainage Area |
0.02 |
Nid Storage |
22 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
33 |
Fox River At Bloomfield
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7cfs |
Des Moines River At Ottumwa
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1090cfs |
Chariton River Near Moulton
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34cfs |
Chariton River Near Rathbun
|
15cfs |
Chariton River At Livonia
|
45cfs |
Des Moines River At Keosauqua
|
1800cfs |
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Drakesville City Park
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Lake Wapello State Park Campground
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Lake Wapello State Park
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Lake Fisher
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McGowen Rec Area
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