Big Creek-Hurricane Creek B-31 is a local government-owned earth dam in Carroll, Missouri, designed by the USDA NRCS and completed in 2005 for flood risk reduction.
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This dam stands at a structural height of 31 feet, with a hydraulic height of 26 feet and a dam length of 850 feet. It has a normal storage capacity of 37.5 acre-feet, serving a drainage area of 102.4 square miles.
With a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment rating of 3, Big Creek-Hurricane Creek B-31 plays a crucial role in flood risk reduction in the area. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway with a width of 26 feet and uncontrolled outlet gates. The surrounding area benefits from the dam’s storage capacity of 180 acre-feet and a maximum discharge capability of 581.4 cubic feet per second, helping to mitigate potential flooding events.
Located at coordinates 39.505262 latitude and -93.459267 longitude in S10, T54N, R23W, this dam serves as an essential infrastructure in the management of water resources in the region. As water resource and climate enthusiasts, understanding the design and functionality of structures like Big Creek-Hurricane Creek B-31 is crucial for ensuring the resilience and sustainability of our water management systems.
Year Completed |
2005 |
Dam Length |
850 |
Dam Height |
29 |
River Or Stream |
TR-BIG CREEK-HURRICANE CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
2.2 |
Hydraulic Height |
26 |
Drainage Area |
102.4 |
Nid Storage |
180 |
Structural Height |
31 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
31 |
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