Soap Creek Watershed Site 68-32 Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 7, 2025
Soap Creek Watershed Site 68-32 in Iowa, owned by the local government and designed by USDA NRCS, is a crucial component in flood risk reduction efforts.
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Summary
Completed in 2007, this earth dam stands at 30 feet high and spans 500 feet in length, with a storage capacity of 126 acre-feet. Situated in Monroe County near Floris, this structure regulates the flow of water into Morman Creek, ultimately protecting the surrounding area from potential flooding.
Managed and regulated by the Iowa Department of Natural Resources, Soap Creek Watershed Site 68-32 is equipped with state-of-the-art inspection, permitting, and enforcement protocols to ensure its optimal performance. With a low hazard potential and a condition assessment of "Not Rated," this dam continues to play a vital role in water resource management in the region. Although details on emergency action plans and risk assessments are currently unavailable, the structure's strategic location and design underscore its importance in safeguarding the community from potential water-related disasters.
With a focus on flood risk reduction, Soap Creek Watershed Site 68-32 serves as a testament to effective collaboration between local government entities and federal agencies like the Natural Resources Conservation Service. Its impact on the surrounding landscape, from drainage area to storage capacity, highlights the critical role of water management infrastructure in addressing climate-related challenges. As water resource and climate enthusiasts continue to monitor and support projects like this, the resilience and sustainability of communities in the face of changing environmental conditions are strengthened.
Year Completed |
2007 |
Dam Length |
500 |
Dam Height |
30 |
River Or Stream |
Trib to Morman Creek |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
5 |
Drainage Area |
0.45 |
Nid Storage |
126 |
Outlet Gates |
None |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
30 |
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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.
Area Campgrounds
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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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Soap Creek Watershed Site 68-32
Rathbun Lake Near Rathbun
200th Avenue Appanoose County