Big Creek-Hurricane Creek T- 18 Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 19, 2025
Located in Tina, Missouri, the Big Creek-Hurricane Creek T- 18 dam is owned by the local government and designed by USDA NRCS.
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Summary
Completed in 2010, this earth dam stands at 24.2 feet high and serves the primary purpose of flood risk reduction along the TR-TATER HILL CREEK. With a storage capacity of 164.3 acre-feet, this dam covers a drainage area of 160 acres and has a maximum discharge rate of 265 cubic feet per second.
Despite its low hazard potential and moderate risk assessment rating, the Big Creek-Hurricane Creek T- 18 dam has not been inspected or rated for condition assessment. It lacks an emergency action plan, inundation maps, and updated emergency contacts. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway with a width of 35 feet and does not have outlet gates. While the dam remains in operation, it raises concerns regarding its maintenance and emergency preparedness, given the absence of recent inspections and evaluations. For water resource and climate enthusiasts, the status of the Big Creek-Hurricane Creek T- 18 dam highlights the importance of regular monitoring and readiness for potential hazards in the face of changing environmental conditions.
Year Completed |
2010 |
Dam Length |
685 |
Dam Height |
24.2 |
River Or Stream |
TR-TATER HILL CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
5.2 |
Hydraulic Height |
24 |
Drainage Area |
160 |
Nid Storage |
164.3 |
Structural Height |
27 |
Outlet Gates |
None |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
27 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Shoal Creek Near Braymer Mo
|
0cfs |
Grand River At Chillicothe
|
361cfs |
Wakenda Creek At Carrollton
|
39cfs |
Grand River Near Sumner
|
223cfs |
Missouri River At Waverly
|
27800cfs |
Crooked River Near Richmond
|
3cfs |
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- 18