Big Creek-Hurricane Creek H- 13a Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 18, 2025

Located in Carroll, Missouri, the Big Creek-Hurricane Creek H-13a dam was completed in 2008 by the USDA NRCS with the primary purpose of flood risk reduction.


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Summary

This earth dam stands at a height of 27.6 feet and has a hydraulic height of 27 feet, with a storage capacity of 81 acre-feet and a drainage area of 330 acres. The dam's spillway is uncontrolled, with a width of 20 feet, and it has a low hazard potential, making it a crucial structure for managing water resources in the region.

Despite its moderate risk assessment rating, the Big Creek-Hurricane Creek H-13a dam has not been condition assessed and lacks an emergency action plan. However, with a history of no associated structures or inspections, the dam remains a vital component in the flood risk reduction efforts in the area. Managed by the local government and designed by the Natural Resources Conservation Service, this dam plays a significant role in protecting the community from potential water-related disasters and preserving the delicate balance of the local ecosystem.

Year Completed

2008

Dam Length

516

Dam Height

27.6

River Or Stream

TRIB HURRICANE CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

9.9

Hydraulic Height

27

Drainage Area

330

Nid Storage

81

Structural Height

28

Outlet Gates

None

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Soil

Nid Height

28
       
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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.