Durgens Creek Watershed Dam 23
Key Takeaway
Durgens Creek Watershed Dam 23 is classified as low hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1971 and is 55 years old. Its primary use is grade stabilization.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 26 ft (taller than 43.5% in MO) |
| Dam Length | 460 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 104 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 59 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 2 acres |
| Drainage Area | 58 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 300 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1971 (55 years old) |
| NID ID | MO10250 |
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
DURGENS CR WRSD SUBDISTR
Local Government
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Low Hazard 30 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Durgens Creek Watershed Dam 23?
Durgens Creek Watershed Dam 23 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 Durgens Creek Watershed Dam 23?
Durgens Creek Watershed Dam 23 is owned by DURGENS CR WRSD SUBDISTR (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Durgens Creek Watershed Dam 23 built?
Durgens Creek Watershed Dam 23 was completed in 1971, making it 55 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 Durgens Creek Watershed Dam 23?
Durgens Creek Watershed Dam 23 serves the following purposes: Grade Stabilization. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Durgens Creek Watershed Dam 23?
Durgens Creek Watershed Dam 23 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.