East Fork Big Creek Dam E-101
Key Takeaway
East Fork Big Creek Dam E-101 is classified as low hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1985 and is 41 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 30 ft (taller than 63.5% in MO) |
| Dam Length | 600 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 137 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 33 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 2 acres |
| Drainage Area | 70 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 140 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1985 (41 years old) |
| NID ID | MO12298 |
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
E.FK.BIG CK. SUBDISTRICT
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of East Fork Big Creek Dam E-101?
East Fork Big Creek Dam E-101 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 East Fork Big Creek Dam E-101?
East Fork Big Creek Dam E-101 is owned by E.FK.BIG CK. SUBDISTRICT (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was East Fork Big Creek Dam E-101 built?
East Fork Big Creek Dam E-101 was completed in 1985, making it 41 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 East Fork Big Creek Dam E-101?
East Fork Big Creek Dam E-101 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 East Fork Big Creek Dam E-101?
East Fork Big Creek Dam E-101 has a dam height of 30 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.