Fourche Creek #8 Dam
Key Takeaway
Fourche Creek #8 Dam is classified as low hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1990 and is 36 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 49 ft (taller than 94.7% in MO) |
| Dam Length | 1,075 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 374 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 374 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 55 acres |
| Drainage Area | 9 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 6,941 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1990 (36 years old) |
| Year Modified | 1992 |
| NID ID | MO31953 |
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
MIKE ARMOUR
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Fourche Creek #8 Dam?
Fourche Creek #8 Dam 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 Fourche Creek #8 Dam?
Fourche Creek #8 Dam is owned by MIKE ARMOUR (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Fourche Creek #8 Dam built?
Fourche Creek #8 Dam was completed in 1990, making it 36 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 Fourche Creek #8 Dam?
Fourche Creek #8 Dam 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 Fourche Creek #8 Dam?
Fourche Creek #8 Dam has a dam height of 49 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.
When was Fourche Creek #8 Dam last inspected?
Fourche Creek #8 Dam was last inspected on February 4, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.