Durgens Creek Watershed Dam 39
Key Takeaway
Durgens Creek Watershed Dam 39 is classified as low hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1969 and is 57 years old. Its primary use is grade stabilization.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 26 ft (taller than 43.5% in MO) |
| Dam Length | 400 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 92 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 58 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 2 acres |
| Drainage Area | 38 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 190 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1969 (57 years old) |
| NID ID | MO50307 |
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 39?
Durgens Creek Watershed Dam 39 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 39?
Durgens Creek Watershed Dam 39 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 39 built?
Durgens Creek Watershed Dam 39 was completed in 1969, making it 57 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 39?
Durgens Creek Watershed Dam 39 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 39?
Durgens Creek Watershed Dam 39 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.