Big Creek-Hurricane Creek S- 12
Key Takeaway
Big Creek-Hurricane Creek S- 12 is classified as high hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1993 and is 33 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 27 ft (taller than 49% in MO) |
| Dam Length | 625 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 134 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 39 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 4 acres |
| Drainage Area | 154 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 169 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1993 (33 years old) |
| NID ID | MO50809 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
BIG CREEK WATERSHED SUBDISTRIC
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Big Creek-Hurricane Creek S- 12?
Big Creek-Hurricane Creek S- 12 is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Big Creek-Hurricane Creek S- 12?
Big Creek-Hurricane Creek S- 12 is owned by BIG CREEK WATERSHED SUBDISTRIC (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Big Creek-Hurricane Creek S- 12 built?
Big Creek-Hurricane Creek S- 12 was completed in 1993, making it 33 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 Big Creek-Hurricane Creek S- 12?
Big Creek-Hurricane Creek S- 12 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 Big Creek-Hurricane Creek S- 12?
Big Creek-Hurricane Creek S- 12 has a dam height of 27 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.