Soap Creek Watershed Site 68-44 is a flood risk reduction structure located in Selma, Iowa, within the Monroe County.
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Completed in 2011 by the USDA NRCS, this earth dam stands at a height of 32 feet and spans 410 feet in length. Designed to mitigate the impact of flooding from the tributary to Soap Creek, this dam has a storage capacity of 37 acre-feet and a maximum discharge rate of 110 cubic feet per second.
Despite its low hazard potential, Soap Creek Watershed Site 68-44 plays a crucial role in protecting the surrounding area from potential flood events. It covers a drainage area of 0.14 square miles and provides a normal storage capacity of 8 acre-feet. While the structure has not been rated for its condition assessment, it serves as a vital asset in the local government's flood risk reduction efforts. With a spillway width of 14 feet and a surface area of 1 acre, this site exemplifies the importance of sustainable water resource management in the face of changing climate patterns.
Year Completed |
2011 |
Dam Length |
410 |
Dam Height |
32 |
River Or Stream |
Trib to Soap Creek |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
1 |
Drainage Area |
0.14 |
Nid Storage |
37 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
32 |
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