Bear Creek Watershed Dam X- 3
Key Takeaway
Bear Creek Watershed Dam X- 3 is classified as low hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1980 and is 46 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 22 ft (taller than 14.9% in MO) |
| Dam Length | 740 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 250 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 88 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 3 acres |
| Drainage Area | 145 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 400 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1980 (46 years old) |
| NID ID | MO50464 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
BEAR CR WRSD SUBDISTRICT
Local Government
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Low Hazard 22 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Bear Creek Watershed Dam X- 3?
Bear Creek Watershed Dam X- 3 is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Bear Creek Watershed Dam X- 3?
Bear Creek Watershed Dam X- 3 is owned by BEAR CR WRSD SUBDISTRICT (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Bear Creek Watershed Dam X- 3 built?
Bear Creek Watershed Dam X- 3 was completed in 1980, making it 46 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
What is the primary purpose of Bear Creek Watershed Dam X- 3?
Bear Creek Watershed Dam X- 3 serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Bear Creek Watershed Dam X- 3?
Bear Creek Watershed Dam X- 3 has a dam height of 22 ft. Dam height is measured from the natural streambed at the downstream toe to the top of the dam, and may differ from the visible height.