Duck Creek State Wildlife Refuge No 3
Key Takeaway
Duck Creek State Wildlife Refuge No 3 is classified as high hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1953 and is 73 years old. Its primary use is other. 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 | 8 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 725 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 725 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 58 acres |
| Drainage Area | 580 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1953 (73 years old) |
| NID ID | MO40094 |
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
MO DEPT OF CONSERVATION
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of Duck Creek State Wildlife Refuge No 3?
Duck Creek State Wildlife Refuge No 3 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 Duck Creek State Wildlife Refuge No 3?
Duck Creek State Wildlife Refuge No 3 is owned by MO DEPT OF CONSERVATION (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Duck Creek State Wildlife Refuge No 3 built?
Duck Creek State Wildlife Refuge No 3 was completed in 1953, making it 73 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 Duck Creek State Wildlife Refuge No 3?
Duck Creek State Wildlife Refuge No 3 serves the following purposes: Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Duck Creek State Wildlife Refuge No 3?
Duck Creek State Wildlife Refuge No 3 has a dam height of 8 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.
When was Duck Creek State Wildlife Refuge No 3 last inspected?
Duck Creek State Wildlife Refuge No 3 was last inspected on October 9, 1980. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.