Fourche Creek #3 Dam, located in Ripley, Missouri, is a key structure in the flood risk reduction efforts in the region.
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Built in 1992 by the USDA NRCS, this earth dam stands at a height of 37 feet and spans a length of 1200 feet. With a storage capacity of 62 acre-feet and serving a drainage area of 858 acres, the dam plays a crucial role in managing water flow along the N Fork Fourche Creek.
Despite its significant hazard potential, the dam is in satisfactory condition as of the last assessment in 2007. The dam's spillway, although uncontrolled, has a width of 80 feet to handle excess water during heavy rainfall events. The dam is regulated by the DAM AND RESERVOIR SAFETY PROG in Missouri and undergoes regular inspections every 5 years to ensure its structural integrity and safety. For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Fourche Creek #3 Dam stands as a testament to the importance of proper dam infrastructure in mitigating flood risks and protecting communities.
Year Completed |
1992 |
Dam Length |
1200 |
Dam Height |
37 |
River Or Stream |
N FORK FOURCHE CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
14 |
Drainage Area |
858 |
Nid Storage |
62 |
Structural Height |
37 |
Outlet Gates |
None |
Hazard Potential |
Significant |
Foundations |
Rock |
Nid Height |
37 |
Eleven Point River Near Bardley
|
562cfs |
Current River At Doniphan
|
1900cfs |
Elevenpoint River Near Ravenden Springs
|
644cfs |
Black River At Pocahontas
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3110cfs |
Spring River At Imboden
|
558cfs |
Mammoth Spring At Mammoth Spring
|
428cfs |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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Fourche Lake Recreation Area
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Morgan Spring Float Camp
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Boze Mill Float Camp
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Greenbriar Float Camp
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