Troublesome Creek Watershed Dam T- 61 Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 10, 2025
Troublesome Creek Watershed Dam T-61, located in Knox City, Missouri, was completed in 1992 by the USDA NRCS with the primary purpose of flood risk reduction.
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Summary
This earth dam stands at 23 feet high and has a hydraulic height of 22 feet, with a structural height of 27 feet. It has a storage capacity of 196 acre-feet and a drainage area of 47 square miles, serving as a vital resource for the local community in mitigating flood risks along Troublesome Creek.
Despite being classified as having a low hazard potential, the dam has a moderate risk rating of 3, prompting the need for ongoing risk management measures. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway with a width of 50 feet and is constructed of stone core and soil foundation. With a surface area of 5 acres and a maximum discharge of 266 cubic feet per second, Troublesome Creek Watershed Dam T-61 plays a crucial role in protecting the surrounding area from potential flooding events while also providing benefits for fish and wildlife habitat.
Although the dam's condition assessment is currently not rated, regular inspections are conducted every 1 year to ensure its structural integrity. While Troublesome Creek Watershed Dam T-61 has not been modified in recent years and does not have outlet gates, it remains a key infrastructure for flood risk reduction in the region, highlighting the importance of sustainable water resource management and climate resilience efforts in safeguarding communities and ecosystems.
Year Completed |
1992 |
Dam Length |
580 |
Dam Height |
23 |
River Or Stream |
TROUBLESOME CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
5 |
Hydraulic Height |
22 |
Drainage Area |
47 |
Nid Storage |
196 |
Structural Height |
27 |
Outlet Gates |
None |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
27 |
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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- 61