Located in the picturesque Lewis County, Missouri, the Durgens Creek Watershed Dam 22 stands as a testament to effective grade stabilization.
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Built in 1978 by the USDA NRCS, this earth dam serves a primary purpose of grade stabilization along the TR-Durgens Creek. With a height of 27 feet and a length of 630 feet, this dam can store up to 101 acre-feet of water, providing essential flood control and water conservation benefits to the surrounding area.
Despite being categorized as having a low hazard potential, the Durgens Creek Watershed Dam 22 plays a vital role in managing water resources in the region. With a moderate risk assessment rating, the dam has not been assigned a Dam Safety Action Classification (DSAC) to date, indicating its overall stability. While the dam is not under state jurisdiction or regulation, its construction and maintenance are overseen by the local government, ensuring the safety and integrity of this important infrastructure.
As a key component of the water management system in Lewis County, Missouri, the Durgens Creek Watershed Dam 22 represents a successful collaboration between federal and local agencies. With its strategic location and design, this dam continues to fulfill its purpose of grade stabilization, contributing to the overall resilience of the region's water resources and climate adaptation efforts.
Year Completed |
1978 |
Dam Length |
630 |
Dam Height |
27 |
River Or Stream |
TR-DURGENS CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
2 |
Hydraulic Height |
27 |
Drainage Area |
38.4 |
Nid Storage |
101 |
Structural Height |
29 |
Outlet Gates |
None |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
29 |
Wyaconda River Above Canton
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13cfs |
South Fabius River Near Taylor
|
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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Wakonda State Park
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Bear Creek - Mississippi River
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