Troublesome Creek Watershed Dam R-37, located in Marion County, Missouri, was designed by the USDA NRCS and completed in 2003 for the primary purpose of flood risk reduction.
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This earth dam stands at a height of 27 feet with a structural height of 30 feet and a length of 520 feet, creating a reservoir with a normal storage capacity of 15 acre-feet. The dam is situated on Troublesome Creek and serves a drainage area of 270 square miles, with a maximum discharge capacity of 142.8 cubic feet per second.
Despite being classified as having a low hazard potential, the dam's condition assessment is currently marked as "not rated." With an uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates, the dam has not been inspected since its completion in 2003. While the risk assessment is moderate, further evaluation and maintenance may be necessary to ensure the dam's continued effectiveness in mitigating flood risks in the region. For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Troublesome Creek Watershed Dam R-37 presents an opportunity to study the intersection of infrastructure, environmental conservation, and community resilience in managing water resources in Missouri.
Year Completed |
2003 |
Dam Length |
520 |
Dam Height |
27 |
River Or Stream |
TR-TROUBLESOME CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
4 |
Hydraulic Height |
27 |
Drainage Area |
270 |
Nid Storage |
39 |
Structural Height |
30 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
30 |
South Fabius River Near Taylor
|
12cfs |
North River At Palmyra
|
15cfs |
Wyaconda River Above Canton
|
13cfs |
Salt River Near Shelbina
|
16cfs |
Bear Creek At Hannibal
|
2cfs |
Salt River Near Center
|
63cfs |