Big Creek-Hurricane Creek T- 25 Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 19, 2025

Big Creek-Hurricane Creek T- 25 is a crucial flood risk reduction structure located in Carroll, Missouri.


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Summary

Constructed in 2006 by the USDA NRCS, this earth dam stands at a height of 28.4 feet and has a hydraulic height of 27 feet. With a primary purpose of flood risk reduction, the dam has a storage capacity of 80.7 acre-feet and covers a drainage area of 115.2 square miles. The dam's spillway, with a width of 30 feet, is uncontrolled, and the overall hazard potential is rated as low.

Even though the condition of the dam is currently not rated, it is considered to have a moderate risk level. Despite not being regulated by the state and lacking inspection and enforcement measures, the Big Creek-Hurricane Creek T- 25 plays a vital role in mitigating flood risks in the area. Its location along TR-Tater Hill Creek and the presence of stone core and soil foundations underline its importance in protecting the surrounding community from potential inundation events. With a history of no reported modifications or incidents, this dam stands as a reliable structure for flood management in the region.

Year Completed

2006

Dam Length

530

Dam Height

28.4

River Or Stream

TR-TATER HILL CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

2.4

Hydraulic Height

27

Drainage Area

115.2

Nid Storage

80.7

Structural Height

32

Outlet Gates

Uncontrolled

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Soil

Nid Height

32
       
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Condition Assessment

Satisfactory
No 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

High
Dams 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.