Shahan Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Shahan Dam, located in Louisiana, Missouri, was completed in 1993 for the primary purpose of grade stabilization.


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Summary

This private-owned earth dam sits on TR-Bear Creek and has a height of 26 feet, with a maximum storage capacity of 47 acre-feet and a drainage area of 155 acres. The dam's spillway type is uncontrolled, with a width of 10 feet, and it has a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment rating.

Despite not being regulated or permitted by the state, Shahan Dam serves various purposes such as fire protection, stock, and small fish pond in addition to grade stabilization. The dam, constructed with a stone core and resting on a soil foundation, has a length of 362 feet and a surface area of 2 acres. While the dam's condition is currently not rated, it is listed as having moderate risk with no emergency action plan in place.

Water resource and climate enthusiasts may find Shahan Dam intriguing for its unique design and multi-purpose functionality. With its strategic location and moderate risk assessment, the dam presents an opportunity for further study and assessment in the realm of water resource management and climate change adaptation. Its construction and operational details, coupled with its low hazard potential, make Shahan Dam an interesting case study for those interested in the intersection of dam infrastructure, environmental stewardship, and risk management.

Year Completed

1993

Dam Length

362

Dam Height

26

River Or Stream

TR-BEAR CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

2

Hydraulic Height

26

Drainage Area

155

Nid Storage

47

Structural Height

26

Outlet Gates

None

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Soil

Nid Height

26
       
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Condition Assessment

Satisfactory
No existing or potential dam safety deficiencies are recognized. Acceptable performance is expected under all loading conditions (static, hydrologic, seismic) in accordance with the minimum applicable state or federal regulatory criteria or tolerable risk guidelines.
Fair
No existing dam safety deficiencies are recognized for normal operating conditions. Rare or extreme hydrologic and/or seismic events may result in a dam safety deficiency. Risk may be in the range to take further action. Note: Rare or extreme event is defined by the regulatory agency based on their minimum
Poor A dam safety deficiency is recognized for normal operating conditions which may realistically occur. Remedial action is necessary. POOR may also be used when uncertainties exist as to critical analysis parameters which identify a potential dam safety deficiency. Investigations and studies are necessary.
Unsatisfactory
A dam safety deficiency is recognized that requires immediate or emergency remedial action for problem resolution.
Not Rated
The dam has not been inspected, is not under state or federal jurisdiction, or has been inspected but, for whatever reason, has not been rated.
Not Available
Dams for which the condition assessment is restricted to approved government users.

Hazard Potential Classification

High
Dams assigned the high hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation will probably cause loss of human life.
Significant
Dams assigned the significant hazard potential classification are those dams where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life but can cause economic loss, environment damage, disruption of lifeline facilities, or impact other concerns. Significant hazard potential classification dams are often located in predominantly rural or agricultural areas but could be in areas with population and significant infrastructure.
Low
Dams assigned the low hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life and low economic and/or environmental losses. Losses are principally limited to the owner's property.
Undetermined
Dams for which a downstream hazard potential has not been designated or is not provided.
Not Available
Dams for which the downstream hazard potential is restricted to approved government users.