College Hill Dam, located in Mt.
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Sterling, Missouri, stands as a testament to human ingenuity and its role in shaping the environment for irrigation and recreational purposes. Completed in 1977, this earth dam is primarily used for irrigation, with a normal storage capacity of 88 acre-feet and a maximum storage of 193 acre-feet. It spans the Mistaken Creek and serves the local community by providing water for agricultural needs.
With a height of 30 feet and a structural height matching it, College Hill Dam presents a low hazard potential and has not been rated for its condition. Although it is privately owned and not regulated by the state, the dam plays a vital role in the local water resource management. Its location in Osage County, Missouri, surrounded by a drainage area of 535 acres, highlights its importance in the regional hydrological system. For water resource and climate enthusiasts, College Hill Dam serves as an intriguing case study of human intervention in natural ecosystems and the balance between human needs and environmental preservation.
Year Completed |
1977 |
Dam Height |
30 |
River Or Stream |
TR-MISTAKEN CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
12 |
Drainage Area |
535 |
Nid Storage |
193 |
Structural Height |
30 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
30 |
Gasconade River Near Rich Fountain
|
960cfs |
Maries River At Westphalia
|
16cfs |
Bourbeuse River Near High Gate
|
1cfs |
Missouri River At Hermann
|
31200cfs |
Osage River Below St. Thomas
|
1200cfs |
Moreau River Near Jefferson City
|
61cfs |