Jjrp Farms Dam, located in Scotland County, Missouri, was completed in 1999 by the USDA NRCS and serves multiple purposes including fire protection, stock watering, and creating a small fish pond.
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This earth dam, with a height of 20 feet and a length of 550 feet, holds a maximum storage capacity of 94 acre-feet, with a normal storage level of 40 acre-feet. The dam sits on TR-Bear Creek and has a low hazard potential, with a moderate risk assessment rating.
Although not state regulated or permitted, the dam is inspected on an as-needed basis, with the last inspection conducted in November 1999. With an uncontrolled spillway and no outlet gates, the dam is designed to manage a maximum discharge of 87.7 cubic feet per second. Despite its condition being listed as "not rated," the dam's risk management measures are moderate. Overall, Jjrp Farms Dam presents an intriguing case study for water resource and climate enthusiasts interested in the management of private dams for agricultural and ecological purposes in rural Missouri.
Year Completed |
1999 |
Dam Length |
550 |
Dam Height |
20 |
River Or Stream |
TR-BEAR CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
1 |
Hydraulic Height |
19 |
Drainage Area |
19.2 |
Nid Storage |
94 |
Structural Height |
24 |
Outlet Gates |
None |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
24 |
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8cfs |
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