Big Creek-Hurricane Creek B- 78 Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 19, 2025
Big Creek-Hurricane Creek B- 78 is a local government-owned earth dam located in Livingston, Missouri, with a primary purpose of flood risk reduction.
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Summary
Constructed in 1999 by the USDA NRCS, this dam stands at a height of 21 feet and has a length of 560 feet, providing a storage capacity of 59 acre-feet. With a low hazard potential and a moderate risk level, this dam serves to protect the surrounding area from potential flooding events.
Situated on TR-Big Creek, this dam plays a crucial role in managing the water resources of the region, with a drainage area of 171 square miles and a maximum discharge capacity of 93.8 cubic feet per second. Despite its age, Big Creek-Hurricane Creek B- 78 has not been rated for its condition, but it remains operational and has not undergone any modifications since its completion. With a spillway width of 20 feet and uncontrolled spillway type, this dam is designed to safely release excess water during periods of high flow, further enhancing its flood protection capabilities.
While the dam has not been inspected since November 2000, it is deemed to meet guidelines for emergency action plans and inundation maps. With its strategic location and structural design, Big Creek-Hurricane Creek B- 78 stands as a vital component in the water resource management and climate resilience efforts in the area, safeguarding communities and infrastructure from the impacts of potential flooding events.
Year Completed |
1999 |
Dam Length |
560 |
Dam Height |
16 |
River Or Stream |
TR-BIG CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
5.4 |
Hydraulic Height |
13 |
Drainage Area |
171 |
Nid Storage |
59 |
Structural Height |
21 |
Outlet Gates |
None |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
21 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Grand River Near Sumner
|
220cfs |
Grand River At Chillicothe
|
361cfs |
Shoal Creek Near Braymer Mo
|
12cfs |
Wakenda Creek At Carrollton
|
8cfs |
Locust Creek Near Linneus
|
35cfs |
Mussel Fork Near Musselfork
|
12cfs |
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- 78