Boys and Girls Town Dam, also known as Boys Town Dam, is a private dam located in Crawford County, Missouri, along the Meramec River.
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Built in 2009 by the USDA NRCS, this earth dam stands at a height of 33 feet and has a maximum storage capacity of 54.17 acre-feet. The dam serves multiple purposes including fish and wildlife pond management, grade stabilization, recreation, and water supply for the surrounding area.
With a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment rating, Boys and Girls Town Dam is not regulated or inspected by the state of Missouri. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway with a width of 10 feet and is primarily constructed with stone core types and rock and soil foundations. Although the dam has not been rated for condition assessment, it plays a crucial role in supporting the local ecosystem and providing recreational opportunities for the community.
Situated in a picturesque location in St. Louis, Boys and Girls Town Dam offers a surface area of 2.3 acres and a drainage area of 25.6 square miles. While the dam has not undergone any modifications since its completion, it continues to be a vital resource for maintaining water quality, supporting wildlife habitats, and enhancing the overall environmental health of the Meramec River watershed.
Year Completed |
2009 |
Dam Length |
900 |
Dam Height |
33 |
River Or Stream |
MERAMEC |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
2.3 |
Hydraulic Height |
30 |
Drainage Area |
25.6 |
Nid Storage |
54.17 |
Structural Height |
43 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Rock, Soil |
Nid Height |
43 |
Meramec River Near Steelville
|
244cfs |
Meramec River At Cook Station
|
47cfs |
Meramec River Near Sullivan
|
522cfs |
Bourbeuse River Near High Gate
|
2cfs |
Little Piney Creek At Newburg
|
82cfs |
Bourbeuse River At Union
|
107cfs |