Silver Creek Lake Dam, located in Branson, Missouri, is a private structure that serves the primary purpose of recreation.
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Completed in 1982, this earth dam with a buttress core type stands at a height of 41 feet and spans a length of 380 feet. With a maximum storage capacity of 140 acre-feet and a normal storage capacity of 109 acre-feet, the dam is situated on Silver Creek, a tributary of the White River, in Taney County.
The dam has a surface area of 8 acres and drains an area of 860 square miles. Despite its high hazard potential, its condition assessment is satisfactory, with the last inspection conducted in August 2016. The dam is state-regulated, with the DAM AND RESERVOIR SAFETY PROGRAM overseeing its permitting, inspection, and enforcement. The risk assessment for the dam is moderate, indicating a level 3 risk, and no emergency action plan (EAP) has been prepared as of the last data update in May 2018. Billy Long (R) represents the area in the U.S. House of Representatives.
With its picturesque location and recreational purpose, Silver Creek Lake Dam offers a serene escape for water resource and climate enthusiasts. The dam's role in providing a reservoir for recreational activities underscores the importance of maintaining its safety and integrity. As a regulated structure with a moderate risk assessment, continued monitoring and potential risk management measures will be crucial in ensuring the long-term sustainability of this dam and its surrounding environment.
Year Completed |
1982 |
Dam Length |
380 |
Dam Height |
41 |
River Or Stream |
SILVER CREEK TRIB WHITE RIVER |
Surface Area |
8 |
Drainage Area |
860 |
Nid Storage |
140 |
Structural Height |
41 |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
41 |
Bull Creek Near Walnut Shade
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6cfs |
Beaver Creek At Bradleyville
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54cfs |
James River At Galena
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142cfs |
Finley Creek Below Riverdale
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32cfs |
Yocum Creek Near Oak Grove
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9cfs |
James River Near Boaz
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63cfs |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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Shadow Rock Park
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River Run
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T1 & T2
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Branson City Campground
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Branson Musicland Kampground
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Drury-Mincy Conservation Area - MDC
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