Soap Creek Watershed Site 26-127 in Selma, Iowa, is a local government-owned dam designed by USDA NRCS to reduce flood risks along Trip to Coon Creek.
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Completed in 2009, this earth dam stands at 37 feet high and spans 440 feet in length, with a storage capacity of 163 acre-feet. Despite its low hazard potential, the dam remains uncontrolled, with a spillway width of 16 feet and an associated drainage area of 0.53 square miles.
Located in Davis County, Iowa, this dam serves a critical purpose in flood risk reduction for the surrounding area. With a normalized storage capacity of 35 acre-feet and a surface area of 5 acres, Soap Creek Watershed Site 26-127 plays a vital role in managing water flow during heavy rainfall events. Managed by the Iowa Department of Natural Resources, this dam is regulated, permitted, and inspected by state authorities to ensure its ongoing effectiveness and safety for the community.
Managed by the Natural Resources Conservation Service, this dam has not been rated for its current condition but remains in operation to protect the local area from potential flooding. With its strategic location and design, Soap Creek Watershed Site 26-127 stands as a testament to collaborative efforts in water resource management and climate resilience in the state of Iowa.
Year Completed |
2009 |
Dam Length |
440 |
Dam Height |
37 |
River Or Stream |
Trip to Coon Creek |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
5 |
Drainage Area |
0.53 |
Nid Storage |
163 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
37 |
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1090cfs |
Fox River At Bloomfield
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7cfs |
Chariton River Near Moulton
|
34cfs |
Chariton River Near Rathbun
|
15cfs |
Chariton River At Livonia
|
45cfs |
Cedar Creek Near Bussey
|
11cfs |
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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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