Tabo Creek Watershed Dam E-20, located in Lafayette, Missouri, is a crucial Grade Stabilization structure designed by the USDA NRCS in 1962.
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This Earth-type dam stands at a height of 34 feet and has a storage capacity of 243 acre-feet, serving the purpose of grade stabilization along the TR-Little Tabo Creek. With a drainage area of 330 acres and a maximum discharge capacity of 645 cubic feet per second, this dam plays a significant role in managing water resources in the region.
Despite being classified as having a low hazard potential, Tabo Creek Watershed Dam E-20 is considered to have moderate risk, with its condition currently not rated. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway with a width of 40 feet and no outlet gates, highlighting its simple yet effective design. While the dam has not been inspected recently, its emergency action plan status and risk management measures remain unclear. For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Tabo Creek Watershed Dam E-20 presents an intriguing case study in the management of water resources and infrastructure in the Midwest region.
Year Completed |
1962 |
Dam Length |
565 |
Dam Height |
34 |
River Or Stream |
TR-LITTLE TABO CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
10 |
Hydraulic Height |
34 |
Drainage Area |
330 |
Nid Storage |
243 |
Structural Height |
35 |
Outlet Gates |
None |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
35 |
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