Turkey Cr Watershed Site 10-3 dam
Turkey Cr Watershed Site 10-3
Turkey Cr Watershed Site 10-3, located in Cass County, Iowa, is a vital earth dam constructed in 1972 by the USDA NRCS for fire protection, stock, and small fish pond purposes. This watershed site has a dam height of 28 feet, a length of 516 feet, and a storage capacity of 150 acre-feet, serving as a reliable resource for flood risk reduction in the area. Despite its low hazard potential and moderate risk assessment, the dam has not been rated for its condition, presenting an intriguing challenge for water resource and climate enthusiasts to explore and evaluate.
Managed by the local government in Lewis, Iowa, Turkey Cr Watershed Site 10-3 falls under the regulatory oversight of the Iowa DNR, with state permitting, inspection, and enforcement in place to ensure its safety and functionality. The dam, situated along the TR-Turkey Creek, covers a drainage area of 0.21 square miles and plays a crucial role in maintaining water resources in the region. With its uncontrolled spillway type and soil foundation, the dam stands as a testament to sustainable water management practices, highlighting the importance of effective infrastructure for environmental conservation and community protection.
As a designated site for water storage and flood prevention, Turkey Cr Watershed Site 10-3 showcases the collaborative efforts of the USDA NRCS and local authorities in safeguarding the surrounding area from potential risks. With its historical significance dating back to 1972, the dam continues to serve its primary purposes while offering opportunities for further research and assessment in the realm of water resource management and climate resilience. For enthusiasts seeking to delve into the intricate interplay between human infrastructure and natural ecosystems, this watershed site presents a compelling case study worth exploring and analyzing for its long-term sustainability and environmental impact.
Dam data reference
Condition Assessment
- Satisfactory
- No existing or potential dam safety deficiencies are recognized. Acceptable performance is expected under all loading conditions (static, hydrologic, seismic) in accordance with the minimum applicable state or federal regulatory criteria or tolerable risk guidelines.
- Fair
- No existing dam safety deficiencies are recognized for normal operating conditions. Rare or extreme hydrologic and/or seismic events may result in a dam safety deficiency. Risk may be in the range to take further action.
- Poor
- A dam safety deficiency is recognized for normal operating conditions which may realistically occur. Remedial action is necessary. POOR may also be used when uncertainties exist as to critical analysis parameters which identify a potential dam safety deficiency.
- Unsatisfactory
- A dam safety deficiency is recognized that requires immediate or emergency remedial action for problem resolution.
- Not Rated
- The dam has not been inspected, is not under state or federal jurisdiction, or has been inspected but, for whatever reason, has not been rated.
Hazard Potential Classification
- High
- Dams assigned the high hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation will probably cause loss of human life.
- Significant
- Dams assigned the significant hazard potential classification are those dams where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, disruption of lifeline facilities, or impact other concerns. Significant hazard potential classification dams are often located in predominantly rural or agricultural areas but could be in areas with population and significant infrastructure.
- Low
- Dams assigned the low hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life and low economic and/or environmental losses. Losses are principally limited to the owner's property.
- Undetermined
- Dams for which a downstream hazard potential has not been designated or is not provided.
Plan around the weather
Same NOAA / yr.no feed Snoflo's iOS app uses. Watch the precipitation column on the meteogram -- rain on the basin upstream typically lifts inflow 24-72 hours later.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loading detailed forecast… | |||||||
15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks.
Nearby streamflow gauges
USGS streamgauges around Turkey Cr Watershed Site 10-3 -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| East Nishnabotna River Near Atlantic | 239 cfs | → |
| West Nishnabotna River At Hancock | 340 cfs | → |
| East Nishnabotna River At Red Oak | 480 cfs | → |
| Middle Raccoon River Near Bayard | 267 cfs | → |
| Middle Raccoon River At Panora | 223 cfs | → |
| Nodaway River At Clarinda | 1,670 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Turkey Cr Watershed Site 10-3.
Track Turkey Cr Watershed Site 10-3 in the Snoflo app
Save this dam as a favorite and get the local NOAA / yr.no forecast plus regional flow context wherever you are.
About Turkey Cr Watershed Site 10-3
Where does the data for Turkey Cr Watershed Site 10-3 come from?
Structural and regulatory data come from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers' National Inventory of Dams (NID). Weather forecast comes from NOAA / yr.no -- the same feed Snoflo's iOS app uses.
How often is the report updated?
NID structural data refreshes annually as the Corps publishes updated assessments. The weather forecast refreshes throughout the day.
What does the Low hazard rating mean?
The Corps of Engineers' hazard potential classification grades probable consequences if the dam fails: High = probable loss of human life; Significant = no probable loss of human life but possible economic loss / environmental damage; Low = no probable loss of human life, only minor economic / environmental losses. See the Dam Data Reference card above for the full definitions.
What's "% of normal"?
The current storage value compared to the historical average storage on this calendar day. 100% = right on average; values above 100% mean above-normal storage (wet year); values below mean below-normal (dry year or drought).
Can I get alerts when storage crosses a threshold?
Yes -- alerts are managed in the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this dam, set a threshold, and you'll get a push the moment conditions cross.
Other water bodies near here
Snoflo-tracked reservoirs and dams within driving distance of Turkey Cr Watershed Site 10-3.