Located in Carroll, Missouri, the Big Creek-Hurricane Creek B-38 dam is a crucial piece of infrastructure designed by the USDA NRCS to reduce flood risks in the area.
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Completed in 2005, this earth dam stands at a height of 30 feet and spans 705 feet, with a storage capacity of 159.1 acre-feet and a drainage area of 212.99 square miles. The dam is primarily used for flood risk reduction and is classified as having a low hazard potential.
The Big Creek-Hurricane Creek B-38 dam features an uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates, with a maximum discharge of 519.4 cubic feet per second. Despite its moderate risk assessment rating, the dam's condition has not been rated, and no inspections have been documented. The dam's purpose, size, and design highlight its importance in managing water resources and mitigating the impacts of extreme weather events in the region. For water resource and climate enthusiasts, this dam serves as a significant example of infrastructure critical for maintaining the resilience of communities in the face of changing environmental conditions.
Year Completed |
2005 |
Dam Length |
705 |
Dam Height |
29 |
River Or Stream |
TR-BIG CREEK-HURRICANE CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
5.3 |
Hydraulic Height |
26 |
Drainage Area |
212.99 |
Nid Storage |
159.1 |
Structural Height |
30 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
30 |
Wakenda Creek At Carrollton
|
39cfs |
Grand River Near Sumner
|
223cfs |
Missouri River At Waverly
|
27800cfs |
Grand River At Chillicothe
|
361cfs |
Shoal Creek Near Braymer Mo
|
0cfs |
Mussel Fork Near Musselfork
|
10cfs |