Big Creek-Hurricane Creek B-39 is a flood risk reduction structure located in Carroll, Missouri, designed by the USDA NRCS and completed in 2006.
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This earth dam stands at a height of 22 feet with a hydraulic height of 21 feet, serving the primary purpose of flood risk reduction along the TR-Big Creek. With a storage capacity of 80.7 acre-feet and a normal storage of 21 acre-feet, the dam covers a surface area of 6 acres and has a drainage area of 284 square miles.
Despite its low hazard potential, the dam has a moderate risk assessment rating of 3, though its condition assessment is currently listed as "Not Rated." The structure features an uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates, with no associated locks. With a spillway width of 20 feet and a length of 600 feet, the dam plays a crucial role in managing water flow in the area. For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Big Creek-Hurricane Creek B-39 serves as a fascinating example of flood control infrastructure in the region, highlighting the importance of sustainable water management practices.
Year Completed |
2006 |
Dam Length |
600 |
Dam Height |
22 |
River Or Stream |
TR-BIG CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
6 |
Hydraulic Height |
21 |
Drainage Area |
284 |
Nid Storage |
80.7 |
Structural Height |
25 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
25 |
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