Dale Maffitt Reservoir
Maffitt Lake is a reservoir in the four corners of Dallas County, Polk County, Warren County, and Madison County, Iowa. It is located at 41.517°N 93.792°W.
| Dale Maffitt Reservoir | |
|---|---|
  Dale Maffitt Reservoir  Dale Maffitt Reservoir | |
| Location | Iowa |
| Coordinates | 41.517°N 93.792°W |
| Type | reservoir |
| Basin countries | United States |
It is owned by the Des Moines Water Works that serves as an emergency water supply for the city of Des Moines, Iowa. In a drought emergency, the level of the Raccoon River could be brought up by draining water from the lake into the river.
Also a nice place to take a walk, as there are a significant number of trails and picnic areas in this parklike setting.
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