Troublesome Creek Watershed Dam R-35, located in Emerson, Marion County, Missouri, was completed in 2003 by the USDA NRCS with a primary purpose of flood risk reduction.
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This earth dam stands at a height of 24.4 feet, with a hydraulic height of 24 feet and a structural height of 27 feet. It has a length of 530 feet and has a storage capacity of 54 acre-feet, serving a drainage area of 300 acres along the TR-Troublesome Creek.
This dam, managed by the local government, is classified as having a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment. The spillway is uncontrolled with a width of 20 feet, and the outlet gates are also uncontrolled. Troublesome Creek Watershed Dam R-35 has not been rated for its condition assessment, with the last inspection conducted in August 2003. While it is not regulated by the state, this dam plays a crucial role in fire protection, creating small fish and wildlife ponds, and most importantly, mitigating flooding risks in the region. For water resource and climate enthusiasts, this dam represents a vital infrastructure for sustainable water management in the area.
Year Completed |
2003 |
Dam Length |
530 |
Dam Height |
24.4 |
River Or Stream |
TR-TROUBLESOME CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
7 |
Hydraulic Height |
24 |
Drainage Area |
300 |
Nid Storage |
54 |
Structural Height |
27 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
27 |
South Fabius River Near Taylor
|
12cfs |
North River At Palmyra
|
15cfs |
Wyaconda River Above Canton
|
13cfs |
Bear Creek At Hannibal
|
2cfs |
Salt River Near Shelbina
|
16cfs |
Salt River Near Center
|
63cfs |