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DREDGE DAM

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Soil Dam Trib To Walnut Creek
April 2, 2025


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Dredge Dam, located in Delphos, Iowa, is a privately owned structure designed by USDA NRCS for grade stabilization along a tributary to Walnut Creek. Completed in 2013, this earth dam stands at 26 feet high and stretches 489 feet in length, providing storage capacity of 93 acre-feet for water supply and recreation purposes. The dam is regulated by the Iowa DNR and undergoes regular inspections, with a low hazard potential and a condition assessment that is currently not rated.

The dam's primary purpose is grade stabilization, with additional functions including water supply and recreation. It features stone core types and a soil foundation, with a spillway width of 20 feet and a maximum discharge capacity of 150 cubic feet per second. While the dam has not been modified since its completion, it serves as a vital infrastructure for managing water resources in the Ringgold County area. Dredge Dam exemplifies the importance of sustainable water management practices in mitigating the impacts of climate change and ensuring the resilience of local communities.

Year_Completed 2013
Dam_Height 26
River_Or_Stream Trib to Walnut Creek
Dam_Length 489
Primary_Dam_Type Earth
Surface_Area 5
Hydraulic_Height 26
Drainage_Area 0.4
Nid_Storage 93
Structural_Height 26
Outlet_Gates None
Hazard_Potential Low
Foundations Soil
Nid_Height 26
       



       

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