Hill Creek Acres Lake Dam, located in Boone County, Missouri, is a privately owned earth dam completed in 1969 for recreational purposes.
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Standing at a height of 32 feet, this dam has a storage capacity of 120 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 7 acres. The dam, situated on the TR-Little Bonne Femme Creek, has a low hazard potential and has not been rated for its condition.
Despite being privately owned, Hill Creek Acres Lake Dam is not regulated or inspected by the state of Missouri. With no state permitting, inspection, or enforcement requirements, the responsibility for the maintenance and safety of the dam falls solely on its private owners. The last inspection of the dam was conducted in December 1997, with no updates on its condition assessment or emergency action plan preparedness.
Enthusiasts of water resources and climate change may find Hill Creek Acres Lake Dam intriguing due to its unique design as an earth dam with a buttress core. The dam's primary purpose for recreation highlights the importance of balancing human enjoyment with the need for proper dam safety measures. As discussions around climate resilience and water resource management continue to evolve, understanding the state of dams like Hill Creek Acres Lake Dam is crucial for ensuring the safety and sustainability of these structures in the face of changing environmental conditions.
Year Completed |
1969 |
Dam Height |
32 |
River Or Stream |
TR-LITTLE BONNE FEMME CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
7 |
Drainage Area |
40 |
Nid Storage |
120 |
Structural Height |
32 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
32 |
Hinkson Creek At Columbia
|
1cfs |
Missouri River At Jefferson City
|
30300cfs |
Moniteau Creek Near Fayette
|
2cfs |
Missouri River At Boonville
|
29700cfs |
Moreau River Near Jefferson City
|
34cfs |
Osage River Below St. Thomas
|
1200cfs |