Durgens Creek Watershed Dam 37, located in Lewis County, Missouri, is a local government-owned structure designed by the USDA NRCS and completed in 1972 for grade stabilization purposes along the TR-Durgens Creek.
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This earth dam stands at a height of 30 feet with a structural height of 32 feet and a length of 500 feet, providing a storage capacity of 188 acre-feet for the surrounding drainage area of 57.6 square miles. Despite its low hazard potential and moderate risk assessment rating, the dam is considered to be in a "Not Rated" condition as of now.
With a primary purpose of grade stabilization, Durgens Creek Watershed Dam 37 features an uncontrolled spillway type with a width of 30 feet, ensuring controlled discharge during peak flow events. The dam, constructed with a stone core on a soil foundation, serves to protect the local area from erosion and flooding risks. Although the dam has not been inspected or assessed for condition in recent years, its emergency action plan status and risk management measures remain undisclosed, raising questions about its current state of readiness in case of an unforeseen event. Overall, this watershed dam presents an intriguing case study for water resource and climate enthusiasts interested in the management and maintenance of critical infrastructure in rural regions like Lewis County, Missouri.
Year Completed |
1972 |
Dam Length |
500 |
Dam Height |
30 |
River Or Stream |
TR-DURGENS CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
4 |
Hydraulic Height |
30 |
Drainage Area |
57.6 |
Nid Storage |
188 |
Structural Height |
32 |
Outlet Gates |
None |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
32 |
Wyaconda River Above Canton
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13cfs |
South Fabius River Near Taylor
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12cfs |
Bear Creek Near Marcelline
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5cfs |
North River At Palmyra
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15cfs |
Fox River At Wayland
|
8cfs |
Bear Creek At Hannibal
|
2cfs |
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