West Fork Big Creek Dam S- 35 Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 13, 2025
West Fork Big Creek Dam S-35, located in Harrison, Missouri, was completed in 2008 for the primary purpose of flood risk reduction along the Shain Creek.
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Summary
Owned by a private entity, this earth dam stands at a height of 27.4 feet and has a hydraulic height of 27 feet, with a structural height of 34 feet. The dam has a storage capacity of 47.8 acre-feet, with a normal storage capacity of 12.6 acre-feet, covering a surface area of 8 acres.
Managed by USDA NRCS, this dam is designed to mitigate flood risks in the region, with a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment score of 3. The spillway, with a width of 30 feet, is uncontrolled in case of overflow. Although not state-regulated or inspected, the dam has not been rated for its condition and does not have an Emergency Action Plan in place. Despite these factors, the West Fork Big Creek Dam S-35 plays a crucial role in protecting the surrounding area from potential flooding events and serves as a vital infrastructure for water resource management in the region.
Year Completed |
2008 |
Dam Length |
300 |
Dam Height |
27.4 |
River Or Stream |
SHAIN CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
8 |
Hydraulic Height |
27 |
Drainage Area |
300 |
Nid Storage |
47.8 |
Structural Height |
34 |
Outlet Gates |
None |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
34 |
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Condition Assessment
SatisfactoryNo 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
HighDams 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.
West Fork Big Creek Dam S- 35