West Fork Big Creek Dam B-150
Key Takeaway
West Fork Big Creek Dam B-150 is classified as low hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 2008 and is 18 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 25 ft (taller than 23.5% in MO) |
| Dam Length | 475 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 105 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 27 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 8 acres |
| Drainage Area | 80 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 195 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2008 (18 years old) |
| NID ID | MO51581 |
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
WFBC TRUSTEES
Private
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What is the hazard classification of West Fork Big Creek Dam B-150?
West Fork Big Creek Dam B-150 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 West Fork Big Creek Dam B-150?
West Fork Big Creek Dam B-150 is owned by WFBC TRUSTEES (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was West Fork Big Creek Dam B-150 built?
West Fork Big Creek Dam B-150 was completed in 2008, making it 18 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 West Fork Big Creek Dam B-150?
West Fork Big Creek Dam B-150 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 West Fork Big Creek Dam B-150?
West Fork Big Creek Dam B-150 has a dam height of 25 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.