Durgens Creek Watershed Dam Lt-104
Key Takeaway
Durgens Creek Watershed Dam Lt-104 is classified as low hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1981 and is 45 years old. Its primary use is grade stabilization.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 29 ft (taller than 59.6% in MO) |
| Dam Length | 445 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 58 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 37 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 2 acres |
| Drainage Area | 64 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 120 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1981 (45 years old) |
| NID ID | MO50300 |
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
CLARENCE DETERS
Private
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Low Hazard 30 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Durgens Creek Watershed Dam Lt-104?
Durgens Creek Watershed Dam Lt-104 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 Lt-104?
Durgens Creek Watershed Dam Lt-104 is owned by CLARENCE DETERS (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Durgens Creek Watershed Dam Lt-104 built?
Durgens Creek Watershed Dam Lt-104 was completed in 1981, making it 45 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 Lt-104?
Durgens Creek Watershed Dam Lt-104 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 Lt-104?
Durgens Creek Watershed Dam Lt-104 has a dam height of 29 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.