Soap Creek Watershed Site 68-74
Key Takeaway
Soap Creek Watershed Site 68-74 is classified as low hazard in Iowa. It was completed in 2003 and is 23 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 28 ft (taller than 36.9% in IA) |
| Dam Length | 455 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 118 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 26 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 5 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2003 (23 years old) |
| NID ID | IA03742 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
Soap Creek Watershed Board
Local Government
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Low Hazard 30 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Soap Creek Watershed Site 68-74?
Soap Creek Watershed Site 68-74 is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Soap Creek Watershed Site 68-74?
Soap Creek Watershed Site 68-74 is owned by Soap Creek Watershed Board (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Soap Creek Watershed Site 68-74 built?
Soap Creek Watershed Site 68-74 was completed in 2003, making it 23 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
What is the primary purpose of Soap Creek Watershed Site 68-74?
Soap Creek Watershed Site 68-74 serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Soap Creek Watershed Site 68-74?
Soap Creek Watershed Site 68-74 has a dam height of 28 ft. Dam height is measured from the natural streambed at the downstream toe to the top of the dam, and may differ from the visible height.