Big Creek-Hurricane Creek B- 14 Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 19, 2025
Big Creek-Hurricane Creek B-14 is a key flood risk reduction structure located in Carroll, Missouri, along the Big Creek river.
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Summary
Constructed in 1992 by the USDA NRCS, this earth dam stands at a height of 26 feet and has a hydraulic height of 24 feet, with a total structural height of 28 feet. With a capacity of 131 acre-feet and serving a drainage area of 51.2 square miles, the dam plays a crucial role in managing floodwaters in the region.
The dam's spillway, with a width of 32 feet, is uncontrolled, and it has a low hazard potential rated. Despite not being rated for condition assessment, the dam has been inspected regularly, with the last inspection conducted in November 2000. While the structure has not undergone modifications in recent years, it is deemed to have a moderate risk level (3) based on the available data. With a primary purpose of flood risk reduction, Big Creek-Hurricane Creek B-14 is a significant asset in safeguarding the community from potential water-related disasters in the area.
Overall, Big Creek-Hurricane Creek B-14 serves as a critical infrastructure owned by the local government of Carroll, Missouri. With its stone core and soil foundation, the dam's design by the Natural Resources Conservation Service reflects a commitment to effective water resource management. As a key component in the flood risk reduction strategy, the dam's existence underscores the importance of sustainable water infrastructure in mitigating climate-related challenges and ensuring the safety and well-being of the surrounding community.
Year Completed |
1992 |
Dam Length |
625 |
Dam Height |
26 |
River Or Stream |
BIG CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
4.6 |
Hydraulic Height |
24 |
Drainage Area |
51.2 |
Nid Storage |
131 |
Structural Height |
28 |
Outlet Gates |
None |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
28 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Wakenda Creek At Carrollton
|
39cfs |
Shoal Creek Near Braymer Mo
|
0cfs |
Grand River At Chillicothe
|
361cfs |
Grand River Near Sumner
|
223cfs |
Missouri River At Waverly
|
27800cfs |
Crooked River Near Richmond
|
3cfs |
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.
Big Creek-Hurricane Creek B- 14