Big Creek-Hurricane Creek B- 57 Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 19, 2025
Big Creek-Hurricane Creek B- 57 is a local government-owned earth dam located in Carroll, Missouri, along the TR-BIG CREEK.
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Summary
Designed by USDA NRCS and completed in 1999, this dam stands at a height of 20 feet and serves primarily for flood risk reduction purposes. With a drainage area of 51.2 square miles, the dam has a maximum discharge capacity of 101.8 cubic feet per second and a storage capacity of 80 acre-feet.
Despite its low hazard potential and moderate risk assessment rating, Big Creek-Hurricane Creek B- 57 has not been inspected or assessed for condition since 2000, leaving its current state as "Not Rated." The dam features an uncontrolled spillway and no outlet gates, with a surface area of 2.4 acres and a normal storage capacity of 22 acre-feet. While the dam has not undergone any modifications or upgrades in recent years, it remains an essential structure for managing flood risks in the area.
Overall, Big Creek-Hurricane Creek B- 57 serves as a crucial asset for flood risk reduction in Carroll, Missouri, despite its limited maintenance and inspection history. As water resource and climate enthusiasts, it is important to monitor the condition and performance of such dams to ensure their continued effectiveness in protecting communities from potential flooding events. The dam's location, design, and operational characteristics provide valuable insight into the management of water resources and the mitigation of flood risks in the region.
Year Completed |
1999 |
Dam Length |
590 |
Dam Height |
20 |
River Or Stream |
TR-BIG CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
2.4 |
Hydraulic Height |
17 |
Drainage Area |
51.2 |
Nid Storage |
80 |
Structural Height |
23 |
Outlet Gates |
None |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
23 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Grand River Near Sumner
|
223cfs |
Grand River At Chillicothe
|
361cfs |
Shoal Creek Near Braymer Mo
|
0cfs |
Wakenda Creek At Carrollton
|
39cfs |
Locust Creek Near Linneus
|
31cfs |
Mussel Fork Near Musselfork
|
10cfs |
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- 57