Troublesome Creek Watershed Dam R-42, also known as Str R-42, is a local government-owned structure located in Marion, Missouri.
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Designed by the USDA NRCS and completed in 1989, this Earth-type dam serves as a crucial component of flood risk reduction efforts in the region. Standing at a height of 24 feet with a length of 500 feet, the dam has a storage capacity of 145 acre-feet and covers a drainage area of 190 acres.
Despite its low hazard potential, the dam is rated as moderate in terms of risk, with a maximum discharge capacity of 348 cubic feet per second and an uncontrolled spillway measuring 58 feet in width. With a primary purpose of flood risk reduction, Troublesome Creek Watershed Dam R-42 plays a vital role in safeguarding the surrounding area from potential flooding events. While the dam's condition assessment is currently listed as "Not Rated," ongoing risk management measures are in place to ensure its continued functionality and safety for the community.
Year Completed |
1989 |
Dam Length |
500 |
Dam Height |
24 |
River Or Stream |
TR-TROUBLESOME CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
12 |
Hydraulic Height |
24 |
Drainage Area |
190 |
Nid Storage |
145 |
Structural Height |
25 |
Outlet Gates |
None |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
25 |
South Fabius River Near Taylor
|
12cfs |
North River At Palmyra
|
15cfs |
Wyaconda River Above Canton
|
13cfs |
Bear Creek At Hannibal
|
2cfs |
Salt River Near Center
|
63cfs |
Salt River Near Shelbina
|
16cfs |