Hurdland Severs Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 7, 2025
The Hurdland Severs Lake Dam, located in Novelty, Missouri, is a privately owned Earth dam completed in 1953 primarily for recreational purposes.
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Summary
The dam stands at a height of 31 feet and has a storage capacity of 249 acre-feet, with a normal storage level of 135 acre-feet. Situated on the TR-Little Fabius River, the dam serves the surrounding area by providing a surface area of 15 acres for recreational activities such as boating, fishing, and swimming.
Despite its recreational benefits, the Hurdland Severs Lake Dam poses a high hazard potential due to its condition being not rated and lacking regular inspections. While it is not regulated by the state, the dam's emergency action plan status is not available, raising concerns about its safety and the potential risks associated with its failure. With its proximity to the Little Fabius River, it is crucial for water resource and climate enthusiasts to advocate for proper maintenance and monitoring of the dam to ensure the safety of the surrounding community and the environment.
Year Completed |
1953 |
Dam Height |
31 |
River Or Stream |
TR-LITTLE FABIUS RIVER |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
15 |
Drainage Area |
61 |
Nid Storage |
249 |
Structural Height |
31 |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
31 |
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Condition Assessment
SatisfactoryNo 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
HighDams 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.
Hurdland Severs Lake Dam