Troublesome Creek Watershed Dam R-43, located in Emerson, Missouri, was completed in 2003 by the USDA NRCS with the primary purpose of flood risk reduction.
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This Earth dam stands at a height of 24.8 feet and has a structural height of 26 feet, with a length of 495 feet. The dam stores a maximum of 78 acre-feet of water, serving a drainage area of 460.8 acres.
Despite its low hazard potential, the dam has a moderate risk assessment rating. It features an uncontrolled spillway type with a width of 20 feet and uncontrolled outlet gates. The last inspection was conducted in August 2003, and the condition assessment is currently listed as "Not Rated." Troublesome Creek Watershed Dam R-43 plays a crucial role in mitigating flood risks in the area and supporting various purposes such as fire protection, stock watering, and fish and wildlife conservation. Its strategic location and design by the NRCS make it a vital component of water resource management in Marion County, Missouri.
Year Completed |
2003 |
Dam Length |
495 |
Dam Height |
24.8 |
River Or Stream |
TR-TROUBLESOME CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
5 |
Hydraulic Height |
24.8 |
Drainage Area |
460.8 |
Nid Storage |
78 |
Structural Height |
26 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
26 |
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63cfs |
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