Big Creek-Hurricane Creek T- 14a
Key Takeaway
Big Creek-Hurricane Creek T- 14a is classified as low hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 2007 and is 19 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 26 ft (taller than 43.5% in MO) |
| Dam Length | 590 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 104 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 27 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 5 acres |
| Drainage Area | 166 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 185 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2007 (19 years old) |
| NID ID | MO51542 |
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
BCHC WATERSHED DISTRICT
Private
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Low Hazard 31 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Big Creek-Hurricane Creek T- 14a?
Big Creek-Hurricane Creek T- 14a 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 Big Creek-Hurricane Creek T- 14a?
Big Creek-Hurricane Creek T- 14a is owned by BCHC WATERSHED DISTRICT (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Big Creek-Hurricane Creek T- 14a built?
Big Creek-Hurricane Creek T- 14a was completed in 2007, making it 19 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 T- 14a?
Big Creek-Hurricane Creek T- 14a 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 T- 14a?
Big Creek-Hurricane Creek T- 14a has a dam height of 26 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.