Soap Creek Watershed Site 90-85
Key Takeaway
Soap Creek Watershed Site 90-85 is classified as low hazard in Iowa. It was completed in 2011 and is 15 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 39 ft (taller than 82.4% in IA) |
| Dam Length | 837 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 876 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 133 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 26 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 642 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2011 (15 years old) |
| NID ID | IA04124 |
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 23 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Soap Creek Watershed Site 90-85?
Soap Creek Watershed Site 90-85 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 90-85?
Soap Creek Watershed Site 90-85 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 90-85 built?
Soap Creek Watershed Site 90-85 was completed in 2011, making it 15 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 90-85?
Soap Creek Watershed Site 90-85 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 90-85?
Soap Creek Watershed Site 90-85 has a dam height of 39 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.