East Fork Big Creek Dam Lt- 26

EAST FORK BIG CREEK· Harrison, Missouri· Built 1986· Earth· 26 ft tall
Low Hazard Grade Stabilization Local Government

Key Takeaway

East Fork Big Creek Dam Lt- 26 is classified as low hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1986 and is 40 years old. Its primary use is grade stabilization.

Physical Details

Dam Height 26 ft (taller than 43.5% in MO)
Dam Length400 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage20 acre-ft
Normal Storage11 acre-ft
Surface Area9 acres
Drainage Area77 sq mi
Max Discharge20 cfs
Year Completed1986 (40 years old)
NID IDMO12315

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
State Regulated: No

Ownership

KAY EASTON

Local Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of East Fork Big Creek Dam Lt- 26?

East Fork Big Creek Dam Lt- 26 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 Lt- 26?

East Fork Big Creek Dam Lt- 26 is owned by KAY EASTON (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was East Fork Big Creek Dam Lt- 26 built?

East Fork Big Creek Dam Lt- 26 was completed in 1986, making it 40 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 Lt- 26?

East Fork Big Creek Dam Lt- 26 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 East Fork Big Creek Dam Lt- 26?

East Fork Big Creek Dam Lt- 26 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.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.