Buck & Doe Run Site #3, located in Lewis County, Missouri, is a local government-owned earth dam designed by the USDA NRCS for flood risk reduction along the Doe Run river.
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Completed in 1973, this dam stands at 36 feet tall and spans 600 feet in length, with a storage capacity of 73 acre-feet and a drainage area of 1338 acres. The dam serves multiple purposes including debris control, fire protection, and as a stock or small fish pond.
With a significant hazard potential and a satisfactory condition assessment as of 2007, Buck & Doe Run Site #3 is regulated and inspected by the DAM AND RESERVOIR SAFETY PROG in Missouri. The spillway, with a width of 142 feet, is uncontrolled, and there are no outlet gates or locks associated with the dam. The last inspection was conducted in November 2017, with an inspection frequency of 5 years. Despite moderate risk assessment, the dam's risk management measures and emergency action plan status are not clearly defined in the data. For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Buck & Doe Run Site #3 presents an intriguing case study of a vital infrastructure for flood risk reduction in the region.
Year Completed |
1973 |
Dam Length |
600 |
Dam Height |
36 |
River Or Stream |
DOE RUN |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
9 |
Drainage Area |
1338 |
Nid Storage |
73 |
Structural Height |
35 |
Outlet Gates |
None |
Hazard Potential |
Significant |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
36 |
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