Buck & Doe Run Watershed Dam Lt-74, located in Lewis County, Missouri, is a privately owned earth dam designed by USDA NRCS for grade stabilization purposes.
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Completed in 1980, this dam stands at a height of 29 feet and has a structural height of 30 feet, with a length of 240 feet. With a normal storage capacity of 20 acre-feet and a drainage area of 281.6 acres, this dam plays a crucial role in managing water resources in the area.
The dam's spillway type is uncontrolled, with a width of 12 feet, and it has a low hazard potential with a moderate risk assessment rating of 3. Although the condition assessment is currently marked as "Not Rated," the dam is regularly inspected to ensure its structural integrity. Despite not having outlet gates, Buck & Doe Run Watershed Dam Lt-74 serves as a vital infrastructure for the community, providing grade stabilization and flood control benefits.
With its strategic location on TR-ARTESIAN BRANCH, this dam contributes to water resource management efforts in the region, supporting environmental conservation and climate resilience initiatives. As climate change continues to impact water availability and quality, structures like Buck & Doe Run Watershed Dam Lt-74 play a crucial role in safeguarding communities and ecosystems against potential water-related risks and disasters.
Year Completed |
1980 |
Dam Length |
240 |
Dam Height |
29 |
River Or Stream |
TR-ARTESIAN BRANCH |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
6 |
Hydraulic Height |
29 |
Drainage Area |
281.6 |
Nid Storage |
33 |
Structural Height |
30 |
Outlet Gates |
None |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
30 |
Wyaconda River Above Canton
|
13cfs |
Bear Creek Near Marcelline
|
5cfs |
Fox River At Wayland
|
8cfs |
South Fabius River Near Taylor
|
12cfs |
Des Moines River At St. Francisville
|
1620cfs |
North River At Palmyra
|
102cfs |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
|---|---|---|
Canton City River Park
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Mississippi Riverfront RV Park
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Bear Creek - Mississippi River
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Wakonda State Park
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