Located in the picturesque Durgens Creek Watershed in Lewis, Missouri, Durgens Creek Watershed Dam Lts-102 is a privately owned earth dam designed by the USDA NRCS for grade stabilization purposes.
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Completed in 1980, this dam stands at a height of 22 feet and has a structural height of 23 feet, with a length of 540 feet. It has a storage capacity of 59 acre-feet and serves to stabilize the surrounding area while also providing flood protection.
The dam, situated on TR-Durgens Creek, is classified as having a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment. With a maximum discharge of 120 cubic feet per second and an uncontrolled spillway type, this structure plays a crucial role in managing water resources in the region. Despite not being state regulated, the dam serves as a vital infrastructure in the watershed, contributing to the overall management and conservation of water resources in the area.
While the dam is not currently rated in terms of condition assessment, its strategic location and purpose make it an essential component of the watershed ecosystem. With its stone core and soil foundation, Durgens Creek Watershed Dam Lts-102 stands as a testament to effective water resource management and climate resilience efforts in Missouri.
Year Completed |
1980 |
Dam Length |
540 |
Dam Height |
22 |
River Or Stream |
TR-DURGENS CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
2 |
Hydraulic Height |
22 |
Drainage Area |
32 |
Nid Storage |
59 |
Structural Height |
23 |
Outlet Gates |
None |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
23 |
Wyaconda River Above Canton
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13cfs |
South Fabius River Near Taylor
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12cfs |
Bear Creek Near Marcelline
|
5cfs |
North River At Palmyra
|
15cfs |
Fox River At Wayland
|
8cfs |
Des Moines River At St. Francisville
|
1620cfs |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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Mississippi Riverfront RV Park
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Canton City River Park
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Bear Creek - Mississippi River
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Wakonda State Park
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