Troublesome Creek Watershed Dam T- 72 Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 12, 2025
Troublesome Creek Watershed Dam T- 72, located in Knox City, Missouri, was completed in 1991 and serves as a crucial component for flood risk reduction in the area.
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Summary
Designed by the USDA NRCS, this earth dam stands at a height of 23 feet and has a maximum storage capacity of 64.5 acre-feet. With a primary purpose of flood risk reduction, the dam also serves as a habitat for fish and wildlife, highlighting its importance in the local ecosystem.
Despite being classified with a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment, Troublesome Creek Watershed Dam T- 72 has not been rated for its current condition. Situated along Troublesome Creek, the dam plays a vital role in managing water flow and protecting the surrounding area from potential flooding events. With an uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates, the dam is equipped to handle a maximum discharge of 40.1 cubic feet per second, ensuring the safety of the community during periods of high water levels. As a key infrastructure for water resource management, this dam exemplifies the critical role that earth dams play in maintaining ecological balance and safeguarding against natural disasters.
Year Completed |
1991 |
Dam Length |
412 |
Dam Height |
23 |
River Or Stream |
TROUBLESOME CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
3 |
Hydraulic Height |
22 |
Drainage Area |
93 |
Nid Storage |
64.5 |
Structural Height |
26 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
26 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Salt River At Hagers Grove
|
113cfs |
Salt River Near Shelbina
|
210cfs |
Wyaconda River Above Canton
|
13cfs |
Long Branch Creek Near Atlanta
|
0cfs |
South Fabius River Near Taylor
|
12cfs |
Fox River At Wayland
|
8cfs |
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.
Troublesome Creek Watershed Dam T- 72