Troublesome Creek Watershed Dam T-96, located in Lewis County, Missouri, was completed in 2005 by the USDA NRCS to primarily serve as a flood risk reduction structure.
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This earth dam stands at a height of 20.4 feet and has a structural height of 29 feet, with a maximum storage capacity of 168 acre-feet. The dam, situated on the TR-Troublesome River, covers a drainage area of 170 acres and has a spillway width of 40 feet.
Although categorized as having a low hazard potential, the dam's risk assessment indicates a moderate level of risk. Despite not being state-regulated or inspected, Troublesome Creek Watershed Dam T-96 plays a crucial role in fire protection, small fish pond management, and wildlife habitat enhancement in the area. With its core made of stone and foundations on soil, this dam is a vital asset for the local community in LaBelle, Missouri, and surrounding areas. This structure, with its focus on flood risk reduction, exemplifies the importance of water resource management and climate resilience in the region.
Year Completed |
2005 |
Dam Length |
590 |
Dam Height |
20.4 |
River Or Stream |
TR-TROUBLESOME |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
3 |
Hydraulic Height |
20 |
Drainage Area |
170 |
Nid Storage |
168 |
Structural Height |
29 |
Outlet Gates |
None |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
29 |
Wyaconda River Above Canton
|
13cfs |
South Fabius River Near Taylor
|
12cfs |
Salt River At Hagers Grove
|
32cfs |
Salt River Near Shelbina
|
39cfs |
Fox River At Wayland
|
8cfs |
North River At Palmyra
|
17cfs |