Troublesome Creek Watershed Dam S- 31 Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 11, 2025
Located in Lewis, Missouri, the Troublesome Creek Watershed Dam S-31 is a vital flood risk reduction structure designed by the USDA NRCS in 2001.
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Summary
This earth dam stands at a height of 24.5 feet, with a structural height of 31 feet and a length of 650 feet. With a maximum storage capacity of 92 acre-feet and a normal storage of 32 acre-feet, the dam serves multiple purposes including fire protection, stock or small fish pond, and fish and wildlife habitat enhancement.
Situated on TR-Troublesome Creek, this dam plays a crucial role in managing water resources in the area, with a drainage area of 165 square miles and a maximum discharge capacity of 156 cubic feet per second. Despite its low hazard potential and moderate risk assessment, it is currently not rated in terms of condition assessment. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway type with a width of 30 feet and outlet gates that are also uncontrolled.
Although there are no associated structures and it is not regulated by the state, Troublesome Creek Watershed Dam S-31 remains a key infrastructure for flood risk reduction in the region. As a water resource and climate enthusiast, this dam presents an opportunity to explore the intersection of engineering, environmental conservation, and disaster mitigation efforts in safeguarding communities and ecosystems against the impacts of extreme weather events.
Year Completed |
2001 |
Dam Length |
650 |
Dam Height |
24.5 |
River Or Stream |
TR-TROUBLESOME CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
20 |
Hydraulic Height |
24.5 |
Drainage Area |
165 |
Nid Storage |
92 |
Structural Height |
31 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
31 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Wyaconda River Above Canton
|
13cfs |
South Fabius River Near Taylor
|
12cfs |
Salt River Near Shelbina
|
210cfs |
Salt River At Hagers Grove
|
113cfs |
North River At Palmyra
|
19cfs |
Fox River At Wayland
|
8cfs |
Dam Data Reference
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 S- 31