Waubonsie Creek Watershed Site M-3
Key Takeaway
Waubonsie Creek Watershed Site M-3 is classified as low hazard in Iowa. It was completed in 1999 and is 27 years old. Its primary use is grade stabilization.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 34 ft (taller than 67.4% in IA) |
| Dam Length | 520 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 430 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 100 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 22 acres |
| Drainage Area | 10 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1999 (27 years old) |
| NID ID | IA03731 |
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
Mills County
Local Government
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Low Hazard 45 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Waubonsie Creek Watershed Site M-3?
Waubonsie Creek Watershed Site M-3 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 Waubonsie Creek Watershed Site M-3?
Waubonsie Creek Watershed Site M-3 is owned by Mills County (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Waubonsie Creek Watershed Site M-3 built?
Waubonsie Creek Watershed Site M-3 was completed in 1999, making it 27 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 Waubonsie Creek Watershed Site M-3?
Waubonsie Creek Watershed Site M-3 serves the following purposes: Grade Stabilization, Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Waubonsie Creek Watershed Site M-3?
Waubonsie Creek Watershed Site M-3 has a dam height of 34 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.