Troublesome Creek Watershed Dam T- 49b Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 9, 2025
Located in Knox, Missouri, Troublesome Creek Watershed Dam T-49b is a local government-owned structure designed by the USDA NRCS with a primary purpose of flood risk reduction.
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Summary
Completed in 2005, this earth dam stands at a height of 24.3 feet, with a hydraulic height of 24 feet and a structural height of 30 feet. With a reservoir capacity of 121.5 acre-feet and a drainage area of 2996 acres, this dam plays a crucial role in managing water flow and reducing flood risks in the area.
With a spillway type of "Uncontrolled" and an outlet gate of "Other Controlled," this dam has a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment rating of 3. While the condition assessment is not rated, the dam has not been modified since its completion. The last inspection took place in June 2005, with a frequency of 1 inspection per year. Although not regulated by the state, this dam serves as an important infrastructure for fire protection, stock, small fish ponds, as well as fish and wildlife habitats in addition to its primary purpose of flood risk reduction. Troublesome Creek Watershed Dam T-49b is a significant asset in managing water resources and climate-related challenges in the region.
Year Completed |
2005 |
Dam Length |
600 |
Dam Height |
24.3 |
River Or Stream |
TR-TROUBLESOME CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
27 |
Hydraulic Height |
24 |
Drainage Area |
2996 |
Nid Storage |
121.5 |
Structural Height |
30 |
Outlet Gates |
Other Controlled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
30 |
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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- 49b