Mc Larty-Edwards Subwtrshd #M 100+30 dam
Mc Larty-Edwards Subwtrshd #M 100+30
Mc Larty-Edwards Subwtrshd #M 100+30, located in Woodbury, Iowa, is a vital water resource managed by local government authorities. This earth dam, constructed in 1966 by USDA NRCS, serves multiple purposes such as fire protection, stock grazing, and flood risk reduction. With a height of 27 feet and a storage capacity of 85 acre-feet, the dam on TR-Mud Creek covers a surface area of 5.1 acres and drains an area of 1.41 square miles.
Despite being classified as low hazard potential, the dam has a moderate risk assessment. It is regulated by the Iowa Department of Natural Resources and undergoes regular inspections, enforcement, and permits. The spillway, which is uncontrolled, poses a potential risk in case of excessive water flow. The dam's condition is currently not rated, indicating a need for further evaluation and maintenance to ensure its structural integrity and safety.
Mc Larty-Edwards Subwtrshd #M 100+30 not only provides essential water storage for fire protection and agricultural activities but also plays a crucial role in mitigating flood risks in the area. With its location on TR-Mud Creek and its history dating back to the 1960s, this dam stands as a testament to the importance of sustainable water resource management in the face of changing climate patterns. Enthusiasts of water resources and climate resilience can appreciate the intricate design and functions of this earth dam, which serves as a lifeline for the local community in Moville, Iowa.
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 Mc Larty-Edwards Subwtrshd #M 100+30 -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Floyd River At James | 323 cfs | → |
| Missouri River At Sioux City | 26,000 cfs | → |
| Little Sioux River At Correctionville | 1,400 cfs | → |
| Perry Creek Near Milnerville | 25 cfs | → |
| West Fork Ditch At Hornick | 80 cfs | → |
| Omaha Cr At Homer | 31 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Mc Larty-Edwards Subwtrshd #M 100+30.
Boat launches
Track Mc Larty-Edwards Subwtrshd #M 100+30 in the Snoflo app
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About Mc Larty-Edwards Subwtrshd #M 100+30
Where does the data for Mc Larty-Edwards Subwtrshd #M 100+30 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.
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