Troublesome Creek Watershed Dam T- 82 Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 9, 2025
Troublesome Creek Watershed Dam T-82, located in Knox City, Missouri, was completed in 1992 by the USDA NRCS for flood risk reduction on Troublesome Creek.
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Summary
This earth dam stands at a height of 26 feet and has a hydraulic height of 25 feet, with a structural height of 31 feet. With a storage capacity of 96 acre-feet and a drainage area of 305 square miles, this dam plays a crucial role in managing water flow and protecting the surrounding area from flooding.
The dam's primary purpose is flood risk reduction, but it also serves as a fish and wildlife pond. With a spillway width of 30 feet and a low hazard potential, Troublesome Creek Watershed Dam T-82 has not been rated for condition assessment as of now. Despite not being state-regulated or inspected, this dam remains an essential structure in the management of water resources in the area. The risk assessment for this dam is moderate, indicating the need for ongoing monitoring and maintenance to ensure its continued effectiveness in flood control.
Overall, Troublesome Creek Watershed Dam T-82 is a significant infrastructure project designed to protect the local community from the impacts of flooding. With its construction funded by the Natural Resources Conservation Service, this dam has been serving its purpose for nearly three decades. As climate change continues to impact water resources, the importance of structures like Dam T-82 in managing flood risks and promoting environmental conservation cannot be understated.
Year Completed |
1992 |
Dam Length |
523 |
Dam Height |
26 |
River Or Stream |
TROUBLESOME CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
3 |
Hydraulic Height |
25 |
Drainage Area |
305 |
Nid Storage |
96 |
Structural Height |
31 |
Outlet Gates |
None |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
31 |
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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.
Troublesome Creek Watershed Dam T- 82