Marty Buchheit is a privately owned Earth dam located in Valley View, Missouri, along the TR-SALINE CREEK.
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Designed by the USDA NRCS and completed in 1996, this dam serves primarily for Grade Stabilization purposes, with additional benefits for recreation. With a height of 30 feet and a hydraulic height of 29 feet, Marty Buchheit has a storage capacity of 43 acre-feet and a normal storage of 30 acre-feet, covering a surface area of 1 acre and draining an area of 19.2 square miles.
Managed by the Natural Resources Conservation Service, Marty Buchheit has a low hazard potential and is currently rated as "Not Rated" in terms of its condition assessment. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway with a width of 15 feet, and does not have any outlet gates or locks. Despite its moderate risk assessment rating of 3, there have been no recent inspections or condition assessments for Marty Buchheit, raising questions about its current operational status and emergency preparedness measures.
Located in Ste. Genevieve County, Missouri, Marty Buchheit plays a crucial role in stabilizing the surrounding landscape and providing recreational opportunities for the local community. As a water resource and climate enthusiast, exploring the management and potential risks associated with Marty Buchheit can offer valuable insights into the intersection of infrastructure, environmental conservation, and public safety in the region.
Year Completed |
1996 |
Dam Length |
232 |
Dam Height |
30 |
River Or Stream |
TR-SALINE CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
1 |
Hydraulic Height |
29 |
Drainage Area |
19.2 |
Nid Storage |
43 |
Structural Height |
32 |
Outlet Gates |
None |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
32 |
Big River Below Desloge
|
56cfs |
Big River Near Richwoods
|
207cfs |
Big River At Irondale
|
25cfs |
Richland Creek Near Hecker
|
16cfs |
Big River At Byrnesville
|
226cfs |
Mississippi River At Chester
|
96900cfs |