Durgens Creek Watershed Dam Lts-133 Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 19, 2025
Durgens Creek Watershed Dam Lts-133 is a local government-owned structure located in Hannibal, Missouri, designed by USDA NRCS for grade stabilization purposes.
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Summary
Completed in 1981, this earth dam stands at a height of 30 feet and has a structural height of 32 feet, with a length of 455 feet. Its primary purpose is to stabilize the grade of the surrounding area, with a maximum storage capacity of 57 acre-feet and a normal storage capacity of 40 acre-feet.
With a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment rating of 3, Durgens Creek Watershed Dam Lts-133 serves as a critical infrastructure for the area, protecting against potential flooding and ensuring water resource management. The dam is equipped with an uncontrolled spillway and has a maximum discharge capacity of 120 cubic feet per second. While not currently rated for condition assessment, the dam plays a vital role in managing water flow in the region, with a drainage area of 12.8 square miles.
Despite not being state regulated or inspected, Durgens Creek Watershed Dam Lts-133 remains an essential component of the local water resource infrastructure, providing grade stabilization and storage capacity for the surrounding area. With its stone core and soil foundation, this dam is a testament to effective engineering and design by the Natural Resources Conservation Service. As a key structure in the Rock Island District's watershed management, Durgens Creek Watershed Dam Lts-133 highlights the importance of sustainable water resource practices in mitigating climate-related risks and ensuring community safety.
Year Completed |
1981 |
Dam Length |
455 |
Dam Height |
30 |
River Or Stream |
TR-DURGENS CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
2 |
Hydraulic Height |
30 |
Drainage Area |
12.8 |
Nid Storage |
57 |
Structural Height |
32 |
Outlet Gates |
None |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
32 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Wyaconda River Above Canton
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13cfs |
South Fabius River Near Taylor
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12cfs |
North River At Palmyra
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15cfs |
Bear Creek Near Marcelline
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5cfs |
Bear Creek At Hannibal
|
2cfs |
Fox River At Wayland
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8cfs |
Dam Data Reference
Condition Assessment
SatisfactoryNo existing or potential dam safety deficiencies are recognized. Acceptable performance is expected under all loading conditions (static, hydrologic, seismic) in accordance with the minimum applicable state or federal regulatory criteria or tolerable risk guidelines.
Fair
No existing dam safety deficiencies are recognized for normal operating conditions. Rare or extreme hydrologic and/or seismic events may result in a dam safety deficiency. Risk may be in the range to take further action. Note: Rare or extreme event is defined by the regulatory agency based on their minimum
Poor A dam safety deficiency is recognized for normal operating conditions which may realistically occur. Remedial action is necessary. POOR may also be used when uncertainties exist as to critical analysis parameters which identify a potential dam safety deficiency. Investigations and studies are necessary.
Unsatisfactory
A dam safety deficiency is recognized that requires immediate or emergency remedial action for problem resolution.
Not Rated
The dam has not been inspected, is not under state or federal jurisdiction, or has been inspected but, for whatever reason, has not been rated.
Not Available
Dams for which the condition assessment is restricted to approved government users.
Hazard Potential Classification
HighDams assigned the high hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation will probably cause loss of human life.
Significant
Dams assigned the significant hazard potential classification are those dams where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life but can cause economic loss, environment damage, disruption of lifeline facilities, or impact other concerns. Significant hazard potential classification dams are often located in predominantly rural or agricultural areas but could be in areas with population and significant infrastructure.
Low
Dams assigned the low hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life and low economic and/or environmental losses. Losses are principally limited to the owner's property.
Undetermined
Dams for which a downstream hazard potential has not been designated or is not provided.
Not Available
Dams for which the downstream hazard potential is restricted to approved government users.
Area Campgrounds
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Wakonda State Park
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Bear Creek - Mississippi River
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Mississippi Riverfront RV Park
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Canton City River Park
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Durgens Creek Watershed Dam Lts-133