Big Creek-Hurricane Creek T- 5 Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 19, 2025
Big Creek-Hurricane Creek T-5 is a local government-owned dam located in Carroll, Missouri, designed by the USDA NRCS and completed in 2001.
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Summary
This earth dam stands at a height of 32 feet with a hydraulic height of 29 feet and a structural height of 34 feet, serving primarily for flood risk reduction along the TR-Big Creek. With a storage capacity of 117 acre-feet and a drainage area of 300.8 square miles, the dam has a spillway width of 24 feet and a surface area of 7.1 acres.
Despite its low hazard potential and moderate risk assessment, the condition of Big Creek-Hurricane Creek T-5 dam is currently not rated. The dam has not been inspected since its completion in 2001, suggesting a potential need for further assessments to ensure its structural integrity and functionality. With no emergency action plan in place and limited risk management measures identified, there may be opportunities for improvement in emergency preparedness and mitigation strategies for this important flood control structure in the area. For water resource and climate enthusiasts, this dam presents an intriguing case study for the intersection of infrastructure resilience and natural hazard management in the region.
Year Completed |
2001 |
Dam Length |
420 |
Dam Height |
32 |
River Or Stream |
TR-BIG CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
7.1 |
Hydraulic Height |
29 |
Drainage Area |
300.8 |
Nid Storage |
117 |
Structural Height |
34 |
Outlet Gates |
None |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
34 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Grand River At Chillicothe
|
361cfs |
Shoal Creek Near Braymer Mo
|
0cfs |
Grand River Near Sumner
|
223cfs |
Wakenda Creek At Carrollton
|
39cfs |
Missouri River At Waverly
|
27800cfs |
Locust Creek Near Linneus
|
31cfs |
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 T- 5