West Fork Big Creek Dam P- 42, located in Bridgeport, Missouri, was completed in 2004 by the USDA NRCS.
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This earth dam stands at 30 feet tall, with a hydraulic height and structural height of 26 feet. The primary purpose of this dam is flood risk reduction, serving the Polecat River with a drainage area of 265 square miles. With a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment, this dam provides vital flood protection to the surrounding area.
The dam has a maximum storage capacity of 55 acre-feet and a normal storage capacity of 14 acre-feet, covering a surface area of 10 acres. The uncontrolled spillway has a width of 20 feet, allowing for a maximum discharge of 138.6 cubic feet per second. Despite not being state-regulated, West Fork Big Creek Dam P- 42 plays a crucial role in mitigating flood risks and protecting the local community. With its strategic location and design, this dam is an essential infrastructure for water resource and climate enthusiasts to study and appreciate.
Year Completed |
2004 |
Dam Length |
392 |
Dam Height |
26 |
River Or Stream |
POLECAT |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
10 |
Hydraulic Height |
26 |
Drainage Area |
265 |
Nid Storage |
55 |
Structural Height |
30 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
30 |
East Fork Big Creek Near Bethany
|
3cfs |
Grand River Near Gallatin
|
51cfs |
Thompson River At Trenton
|
140cfs |
Thompson River At Davis City
|
22cfs |
Medicine Creek Near Laredo
|
15cfs |
Grand River At Chillicothe
|
361cfs |