Troublesome Creek Watershed Dam S- 55, also known as Str S-55, is a local government-owned earth dam located in Nelsonville, Missouri.
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Designed by USDA NRCS and completed in 1988, this dam serves the primary purpose of flood risk reduction along the TR-Troublesome Creek. Standing at a structural height of 25 feet and with a dam length of 580 feet, this dam has a storage capacity of 179 acre-feet, with a normal storage level of 45 acre-feet.
With a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment, Troublesome Creek Watershed Dam S- 55 plays a crucial role in managing flood risks in the area. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway with a width of 40 feet and has a maximum discharge capacity of 240 cubic feet per second. While the dam is not currently rated for its condition, it is regularly inspected to ensure its structural integrity and functionality. Climate and water resource enthusiasts will appreciate the strategic location and design of this dam in mitigating flood risks and protecting the surrounding community and environment.
Year Completed |
1988 |
Dam Length |
580 |
Dam Height |
24 |
River Or Stream |
TR-TROUBLESOME CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
8 |
Hydraulic Height |
24 |
Drainage Area |
570 |
Nid Storage |
179 |
Structural Height |
25 |
Outlet Gates |
None |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
25 |
South Fabius River Near Taylor
|
12cfs |
Wyaconda River Above Canton
|
13cfs |
Salt River Near Shelbina
|
30cfs |
North River At Palmyra
|
21cfs |
Salt River At Hagers Grove
|
1cfs |
Crooked Creek Near Paris
|
1cfs |