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EAST FORK GRAND RIVER WATERSHED SITE A-78

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Soil Dam Tr To E. Fork Grand River
April 3, 2025


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East Fork Grand River Watershed Site A-78, located in Ringgold County, Iowa, is a vital flood risk reduction structure designed by the USDA NRCS and completed in 2010. This earth dam stands at a height of 27 feet and spans 520 feet, providing a storage capacity of 148 acre-feet. With a primary purpose of flood risk reduction, this structure also serves as a fish and wildlife pond, grade stabilization, and recreational area, showcasing its multiple benefits to the local ecosystem and community.

Managed by the Iowa DNR, this site is regulated and permitted by state authorities, ensuring its compliance with safety and environmental standards. With a low hazard potential and a condition assessment of "Not Rated," East Fork Grand River Watershed Site A-78 remains a reliable infrastructure for water resource management in the region. Its location in SW,NE,S30,T70N,R28W, along the Tributary to East Fork Grand River, highlights its strategic placement for effective watershed management and flood control measures.

As part of the Rock Island District, this structure plays a crucial role in maintaining the ecological balance and water quality in the area. With its significant storage capacity, surface area of 9 acres, and drainage area of 0.49 square miles, East Fork Grand River Watershed Site A-78 serves as a key asset for sustainable water resource management and climate resilience efforts in the region.

Year_Completed 2010
Dam_Height 27
River_Or_Stream Tr to E. Fork Grand River
Dam_Length 520
Primary_Dam_Type Earth
Surface_Area 9
Drainage_Area 0.49
Nid_Storage 148
Outlet_Gates None
Hazard_Potential Low
Foundations Soil
Nid_Height 27
       

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