West Fork Big Creek Dam B-186 Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 19, 2025
Located in Bridgeport, Missouri, the West Fork Big Creek Dam B-186 is a vital flood risk reduction structure designed by the USDA NRCS and completed in 1994.
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Summary
This earth dam stands at a height of 33.5 feet and spans 560 feet in length, with a maximum storage capacity of 52 acre-feet and a normal storage capacity of 14 acre-feet. The dam plays a crucial role in regulating the flow of the TR-West Fork Big Creek, with a maximum discharge capacity of 171 cubic feet per second.
Despite being categorized as having a low hazard potential, the West Fork Big Creek Dam B-186 is still considered to have a moderate risk level. With a condition assessment of 'Not Rated', the dam's safety and functionality are constantly monitored to ensure its effectiveness in flood risk reduction. The dam is equipped with an uncontrolled spillway with a width of 30 feet, and no outlet gates, reflecting its simple yet essential design to protect the surrounding areas from potential flooding. Overall, the West Fork Big Creek Dam B-186 stands as a testament to the collaborative efforts of the local government and the USDA NRCS in safeguarding the community from the impacts of extreme weather events.
Year Completed |
1994 |
Dam Length |
560 |
Dam Height |
33.5 |
River Or Stream |
TR-WEST FORK BIG CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
7 |
Hydraulic Height |
32 |
Drainage Area |
60 |
Nid Storage |
52 |
Structural Height |
35 |
Outlet Gates |
None |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
35 |
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Condition Assessment
SatisfactoryNo existing or potential dam safety deficiencies are recognized. Acceptable performance is expected under all loading conditions (static, hydrologic, seismic) in accordance with the minimum applicable state or federal regulatory criteria or tolerable risk guidelines.
Fair
No existing dam safety deficiencies are recognized for normal operating conditions. Rare or extreme hydrologic and/or seismic events may result in a dam safety deficiency. Risk may be in the range to take further action. Note: Rare or extreme event is defined by the regulatory agency based on their minimum
Poor A dam safety deficiency is recognized for normal operating conditions which may realistically occur. Remedial action is necessary. POOR may also be used when uncertainties exist as to critical analysis parameters which identify a potential dam safety deficiency. Investigations and studies are necessary.
Unsatisfactory
A dam safety deficiency is recognized that requires immediate or emergency remedial action for problem resolution.
Not Rated
The dam has not been inspected, is not under state or federal jurisdiction, or has been inspected but, for whatever reason, has not been rated.
Not Available
Dams for which the condition assessment is restricted to approved government users.
Hazard Potential Classification
HighDams assigned the high hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation will probably cause loss of human life.
Significant
Dams assigned the significant hazard potential classification are those dams where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life but can cause economic loss, environment damage, disruption of lifeline facilities, or impact other concerns. Significant hazard potential classification dams are often located in predominantly rural or agricultural areas but could be in areas with population and significant infrastructure.
Low
Dams assigned the low hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life and low economic and/or environmental losses. Losses are principally limited to the owner's property.
Undetermined
Dams for which a downstream hazard potential has not been designated or is not provided.
Not Available
Dams for which the downstream hazard potential is restricted to approved government users.
West Fork Big Creek Dam B-186