Gross Dam, located in Big Spring, Missouri, was completed in 1976 for primarily irrigation purposes.
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This privately owned earth dam stands at a height of 30 feet and has a storage capacity of 144 acre-feet. With a low hazard potential, Gross Dam serves the purpose of irrigation, recreation, and water supply in the region.
Situated on the TR Prairie Fork river, Gross Dam plays a crucial role in managing water resources in Callaway County, Missouri. Despite not being regulated or inspected by the state, the dam stands as a vital infrastructure for the local community. With a surface area of 9 acres and a drainage area of 97 square miles, the dam contributes to the sustainable utilization of water resources in the area.
Gross Dam, with its buttress core type and unlisted foundation, symbolizes the engineering marvel that supports agricultural activities and recreational opportunities in the region. Owned privately, Gross Dam stands as a testament to the importance of water infrastructure in enhancing the resilience of communities to climate challenges.
Year Completed |
1976 |
Dam Height |
30 |
River Or Stream |
TR PRAIRIE FORK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
9 |
Drainage Area |
97 |
Nid Storage |
144 |
Structural Height |
30 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
30 |
Missouri River At Hermann
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30000cfs |
Missouri River At Jefferson City
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31800cfs |
Gasconade River Near Rich Fountain
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942cfs |
Maries River At Westphalia
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15cfs |
Moreau River Near Jefferson City
|
53cfs |
Hinkson Creek At Columbia
|
2cfs |
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Graham Cave State Park
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