Soap Creek Watershed Site 26-53, located in Selma, Iowa, is a local government-owned earth dam designed by the USDA NRCS to mitigate flood risks in the region.
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Completed in 2011, this dam stands at a height of 31 feet and has a length of 415 feet, providing a storage capacity of 37 acre-feet. Situated in the Bear Creek tributary, this dam serves as a crucial flood risk reduction infrastructure in the area.
With a drainage area of 0.16 square miles and a maximum discharge capacity of 100 cubic feet per second, Soap Creek Watershed Site 26-53 plays a vital role in managing water flow and protecting surrounding lands from potential flooding events. Despite its low hazard potential and not yet rated condition assessment, this dam serves as a key component in the water resource management of the region, ensuring the safety and resilience of the local community against adverse weather conditions.
While lacking certain inspection and emergency preparedness data, Soap Creek Watershed Site 26-53 remains a pivotal structure in the region's water resource infrastructure. With its primary purpose focused on flood risk reduction, this earth dam reflects the collaborative efforts of local government and the USDA NRCS to safeguard the community from potential water-related hazards, showcasing the importance of sustainable water management practices in the face of changing climatic conditions.
Year Completed |
2011 |
Dam Length |
415 |
Dam Height |
31 |
River Or Stream |
Trib to Bear Creek |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
2 |
Drainage Area |
0.16 |
Nid Storage |
37 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
31 |
Fox River At Bloomfield
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7cfs |
Des Moines River At Ottumwa
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1090cfs |
Chariton River Near Moulton
|
34cfs |
Chariton River Near Rathbun
|
15cfs |
Chariton River At Livonia
|
45cfs |
Cedar Creek Near Bussey
|
11cfs |
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Lake Wapello State Park Campground
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Lake Wapello State Park
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Drakesville City Park
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Lake Fisher
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McGowen Rec Area
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