Troublesome Creek Watershed Dam R- 31, located in Marion, Missouri, was completed in 1999 by the USDA NRCS with the primary purpose of flood risk reduction.
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This earth dam stands at a height of 23 feet and spans a length of 760 feet, providing a storage capacity of 152 acre-feet and serving a drainage area of 340 acres. The dam, situated on Troublesome Creek, is designed with a spillway width of 30 feet and an uncontrolled spillway type to manage maximum discharges of up to 142 cubic feet per second.
Despite being classified as having a low hazard potential, Troublesome Creek Watershed Dam R- 31 has a moderate risk assessment score of 3. The dam's condition assessment is currently not rated, and it does not have an emergency action plan prepared. Owned by the local government, this dam plays a crucial role in not only flood risk reduction but also in providing fire protection, stock watering, and enhancing fish and wildlife habitats in the area. With its strategic location and design, this dam serves as a vital infrastructure for water resource management in the region, while also contributing to climate resilience efforts.
Year Completed |
1999 |
Dam Length |
760 |
Dam Height |
23 |
River Or Stream |
TROUBLESOME CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
4 |
Hydraulic Height |
23 |
Drainage Area |
340 |
Nid Storage |
152 |
Structural Height |
28 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
28 |
South Fabius River Near Taylor
|
12cfs |
North River At Palmyra
|
21cfs |
Wyaconda River Above Canton
|
13cfs |
Salt River Near Shelbina
|
37cfs |
Bear Creek At Hannibal
|
2cfs |
Salt River Near Center
|
218cfs |