Fourche Creek Wtrshd No. 7
Key Takeaway
Fourche Creek Wtrshd No. 7 is classified as high hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1975 and is 51 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 68 ft (taller than 98.2% in MO) |
| Dam Length | 1,600 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 4.8K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 306 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 40 acres |
| Drainage Area | 7 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 4,558 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1975 (51 years old) |
| NID ID | MO31408 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
RIPLEY SOIL/WATER CONSER
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Fourche Creek Wtrshd No. 7?
Fourche Creek Wtrshd No. 7 is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Fourche Creek Wtrshd No. 7?
Fourche Creek Wtrshd No. 7 is owned by RIPLEY SOIL/WATER CONSER (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Fourche Creek Wtrshd No. 7 built?
Fourche Creek Wtrshd No. 7 was completed in 1975, making it 51 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 Wtrshd No. 7?
Fourche Creek Wtrshd No. 7 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 Wtrshd No. 7?
Fourche Creek Wtrshd No. 7 has a dam height of 68 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 Wtrshd No. 7 last inspected?
Fourche Creek Wtrshd No. 7 was last inspected on March 9, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.