Big Creek-Hurricane Creek T- 14a Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 18, 2025
Big Creek-Hurricane Creek T- 14a is a private earth dam located in Carroll, Missouri, with a primary purpose of flood risk reduction.
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Summary
Built in 2007 by USDA NRCS, this structure stands at a height of 27 feet and spans 590 feet in length, providing a storage capacity of 103.7 acre-feet. Situated on a tributary of Tator Hill Creek, the dam has a low hazard potential and is currently rated as "Not Rated" in terms of condition assessment.
Despite not being state regulated or permitted, this dam serves as a crucial flood control measure in the area, with a maximum discharge capacity of 184.6 cubic feet per second. With a moderate risk assessment rating and uncontrolled spillway type, the dam helps mitigate the risk of flooding in the region. Although no emergency action plan or inundation maps are currently in place, the structure's presence contributes to overall risk management strategies in the area.
Overall, Big Creek-Hurricane Creek T- 14a is a significant asset in the local water resource and climate management efforts. With its strategic location, design, and purpose, this dam plays a vital role in reducing flood risks and ensuring the safety and security of the surrounding communities.
Year Completed |
2007 |
Dam Length |
590 |
Dam Height |
26.1 |
River Or Stream |
TRIB. TATOR HILL CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
4.5 |
Hydraulic Height |
25 |
Drainage Area |
166.4 |
Nid Storage |
103.7 |
Structural Height |
27 |
Outlet Gates |
None |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
27 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Grand River Near Sumner
|
223cfs |
Wakenda Creek At Carrollton
|
39cfs |
Grand River At Chillicothe
|
361cfs |
Shoal Creek Near Braymer Mo
|
0cfs |
Missouri River At Waverly
|
27800cfs |
Locust Creek Near Linneus
|
31cfs |
Dam Data Reference
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.
Big Creek-Hurricane Creek T- 14a