Soap Creek Watershed Site 68-69b, located in Monroe County, Iowa, is a flood risk reduction structure designed by the USDA NRCS and completed in 2011.
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This earth dam, with a height of 26 feet and a length of 340 feet, serves the primary purpose of mitigating flood risks in the area, particularly along the tributary to Boyd Branch. The dam has a NID storage capacity of 47 acre-feet and a maximum discharge rate of 100 cubic feet per second.
With a relatively low hazard potential and a condition assessment of "Not Rated," Soap Creek Watershed Site 68-69b is maintained by the local government and falls under the jurisdiction of the state of Iowa. This structure plays a crucial role in managing water resources in the region, with a drainage area of 0.2 square miles and a surface area of 3 acres. Despite its modest size, the dam provides essential flood control measures for the community of Selma and the surrounding areas.
As a part of the broader water conservation and climate resilience efforts in the region, Soap Creek Watershed Site 68-69b stands as a testament to the collaborative efforts between local government agencies and the USDA NRCS. By effectively reducing flood risks and safeguarding the environment, this structure exemplifies the importance of sustainable water resource management and serves as a vital component in the overall climate adaptation strategy for the area.
Year Completed |
2011 |
Dam Length |
340 |
Dam Height |
26 |
River Or Stream |
Trib to Boyd Branch |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
3 |
Drainage Area |
0.2 |
Nid Storage |
47 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
26 |
Chariton River Near Rathbun
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15cfs |
Chariton River Near Moulton
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34cfs |
Des Moines River At Ottumwa
|
1090cfs |
Fox River At Bloomfield
|
7cfs |
Cedar Creek Near Bussey
|
11cfs |
Des Moines River Near Tracy
|
1400cfs |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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Lake Wapello State Park Campground
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Lake Wapello State Park
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Honey Creek State Park Campground
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