Kevin Wagler Dam, located in Rome, Iowa, was completed in 2008 by the USDA NRCS and serves as a crucial structure for grade stabilization along a tributary of Mud Creek.
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This earth dam stands at a height of 28 feet and spans 454 feet in length, with a primary purpose of grade stabilization. With a normal storage capacity of 18 acre-feet and a maximum discharge of 5 cubic feet per second, the dam also features an uncontrolled spillway with a width of 10 feet.
Despite being privately owned, Kevin Wagler Dam is regulated by the state of Iowa and undergoes regular inspections, with a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment rating. The dam's risk management measures and emergency preparedness protocols are currently not rated, highlighting the need for continued monitoring and maintenance to ensure the safety and functionality of this important water resource infrastructure. Water resource and climate enthusiasts will appreciate the importance of Kevin Wagler Dam in protecting the surrounding area from erosion and flooding, while also providing valuable insights into dam construction and management practices.
Year Completed |
2008 |
Dam Length |
454 |
Dam Height |
28 |
River Or Stream |
tributary of Mud Creek |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
3 |
Drainage Area |
0.05 |
Nid Storage |
28 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
28 |
Big Creek Near Mt. Pleasant
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0cfs |
Cedar Creek Near Oakland Mills
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10cfs |
Iowa River At Wapello
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3400cfs |
Iowa River Near Lone Tree
|
1000cfs |
Skunk River At Augusta
|
132cfs |
Des Moines River At Keosauqua
|
1800cfs |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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Mac Coon Access
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Water Works Park
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Waterworks Park - Oakland Mills Park
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Midwest Old Threshers
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Oakland Mills Park
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