Troublesome Creek Watershed Dam R- 26
Key Takeaway
Troublesome Creek Watershed Dam R- 26 is classified as low hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1999 and is 27 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 24 ft (taller than 20.3% in MO) |
| Dam Length | 380 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 69 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 19 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 7 acres |
| Drainage Area | 210 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 133 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1999 (27 years old) |
| NID ID | MO50954 |
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
TROUBLESOME CREEK SUB DISTRICT
Local Government
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Low Hazard 24 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Troublesome Creek Watershed Dam R- 26?
Troublesome Creek Watershed Dam R- 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 Troublesome Creek Watershed Dam R- 26?
Troublesome Creek Watershed Dam R- 26 is owned by TROUBLESOME CREEK SUB DISTRICT (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Troublesome Creek Watershed Dam R- 26 built?
Troublesome Creek Watershed Dam R- 26 was completed in 1999, making it 27 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 Troublesome Creek Watershed Dam R- 26?
Troublesome Creek Watershed Dam R- 26 serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction, Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond, Fish And Wildlife Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Troublesome Creek Watershed Dam R- 26?
Troublesome Creek Watershed Dam R- 26 has a dam height of 24 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.