Troublesome Creek Watershed Dam T-116
Key Takeaway
Troublesome Creek Watershed Dam T-116 is classified as low hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1989 and is 37 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 17 ft (taller than 4.5% in MO) |
| Dam Length | 415 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 53 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 13 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 2 acres |
| Drainage Area | 105 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 32 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1989 (37 years old) |
| NID ID | MO51255 |
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 WS DISTRICT
Local Government
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Low Hazard 22 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Troublesome Creek Watershed Dam T-116?
Troublesome Creek Watershed Dam T-116 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 T-116?
Troublesome Creek Watershed Dam T-116 is owned by TROUBLESOME CREEK WS DISTRICT (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Troublesome Creek Watershed Dam T-116 built?
Troublesome Creek Watershed Dam T-116 was completed in 1989, making it 37 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 T-116?
Troublesome Creek Watershed Dam T-116 serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction, 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 T-116?
Troublesome Creek Watershed Dam T-116 has a dam height of 17 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.