East Fork Big Creek Dam Z- 10 Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 11, 2025
East Fork Big Creek Dam Z-10, located in Harrison, Missouri, was completed in 1990 by the USDA NRCS, with a primary purpose of flood risk reduction along the East Fork Big Creek.
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Summary
This earth dam stands at a height of 19 feet and a length of 470 feet, providing a maximum storage capacity of 59 acre-feet and a normal storage of 13 acre-feet. With a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment rating, this structure plays a crucial role in mitigating flood risks in the region.
Managed by the local government, East Fork Big Creek Dam Z-10 is not regulated by the state and has not been assessed for its current condition. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway with a width of 20 feet and no outlet gates. Despite its low hazard potential, the dam has a moderate risk assessment due to its location and function in flood risk reduction. While the dam has not undergone recent inspections or maintenance, it remains a key component in the management of water resources in the area.
With its strategic location and design, East Fork Big Creek Dam Z-10 serves as a vital infrastructure for flood risk reduction in the region. As water resource and climate enthusiasts, it is important to recognize the role of such structures in safeguarding communities and ecosystems from the impacts of extreme weather events. Through proper management and maintenance, dams like Z-10 contribute to sustainable water management practices and climate resilience efforts in Missouri and beyond.
Year Completed |
1990 |
Dam Length |
470 |
Dam Height |
19 |
River Or Stream |
EAST FORK BIG CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
3 |
Hydraulic Height |
19 |
Drainage Area |
32 |
Nid Storage |
59 |
Structural Height |
21 |
Outlet Gates |
None |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
21 |
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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.
East Fork Big Creek Dam Z- 10