Buck & Doe Run Watershed Dam 25, located in Lewis County, Missouri, is a vital structure designed by the USDA NRCS for grade stabilization along the TR-Buck Run Creek.
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Built in 1972, this earth dam stands at a height of 25 feet with a length of 600 feet, serving a drainage area of 44.8 square miles. The dam's primary purpose is grade stabilization, with a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment rating.
With a maximum storage capacity of 72 acre-feet, Buck & Doe Run Watershed Dam 25 plays a crucial role in managing water resources in the area. The dam's spillway, classified as uncontrolled, features a width of 30 feet to handle a maximum discharge of 177 cubic feet per second. Despite not being regulated by the state, this dam contributes to the overall flood control and watershed management efforts in the region.
While the dam's condition is currently not rated, it remains a key asset for water resource and climate enthusiasts interested in the sustainable management of water infrastructure. With its strategic location in the Buck & Doe Run Watershed, this dam underscores the importance of effective design and construction in enhancing the resilience of water systems to climate variability and extreme weather events.
Year Completed |
1972 |
Dam Length |
600 |
Dam Height |
24 |
River Or Stream |
TR-BUCK RUN CR |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
2.3 |
Hydraulic Height |
24 |
Drainage Area |
44.8 |
Nid Storage |
72 |
Structural Height |
25 |
Outlet Gates |
None |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
25 |
Wyaconda River Above Canton
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13cfs |
Fox River At Wayland
|
8cfs |
Bear Creek Near Marcelline
|
5cfs |
Des Moines River At St. Francisville
|
1620cfs |
South Fabius River Near Taylor
|
12cfs |
North River At Palmyra
|
19cfs |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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Canton City River Park
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Mississippi Riverfront RV Park
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Bear Creek - Mississippi River
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Warsaw City Campground
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