Grant Dam, located in South Gorin, Missouri, is a private dam built for grade stabilization purposes by the USDA NRCS in 2005.
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This Earth dam stands at a height of 28 feet, with a hydraulic height of 26 feet and a structural height of 31 feet. It spans 450 feet in length and has a storage capacity of 21 acre-feet, serving a drainage area of 64 square miles along the TR-Gunns Branch river or stream.
Despite being uncontrolled, the dam's spillway width of 10 feet and low hazard potential indicate a moderate risk level. The condition assessment remains unrated, with the last inspection conducted in September 2005. While the dam's emergency action plan status is unclear, the risk management measures and inundation maps preparation are not specified. Overall, Grant Dam presents an intriguing case for water resource and climate enthusiasts, showcasing the balance between human infrastructure development and environmental impact mitigation in the heart of rural Missouri.
Year Completed |
2005 |
Dam Length |
450 |
Dam Height |
28 |
River Or Stream |
TR-GUNNS BRANCH |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
3 |
Hydraulic Height |
26 |
Drainage Area |
64 |
Nid Storage |
21 |
Structural Height |
31 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
31 |
Des Moines River At Keosauqua
|
1800cfs |
Fox River At Bloomfield
|
7cfs |
Fox River At Wayland
|
8cfs |
Chariton River At Livonia
|
45cfs |
Des Moines River At St. Francisville
|
1620cfs |
Chariton River At Novinger
|
86cfs |