Hoover Frankum D-12 Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 16, 2025
Hoover Frankum D-12 is a vital water resource structure located in Quitman, Missouri, designed by the USDA NRCS with a primary purpose of flood risk reduction.
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Summary
Completed in 1964, this earth dam stands at a height of 36 feet and has a length of 825 feet, serving to protect the surrounding area from potential flooding events. With a storage capacity of 537 acre-feet and a drainage area of 2490 acres, it plays a crucial role in managing water levels in the region.
Managed by the local government and regulated by the Dam and Reservoir Safety Program in Missouri, Hoover Frankum D-12 has a low hazard potential and is deemed to be in satisfactory condition following a 2007 assessment. Despite its moderate risk rating, the dam has shown resilience in maintaining its structural integrity. With no associated structures and no outlet gates, this earth dam serves as a key component in safeguarding the Headwick Branch of the Nodaway River and the surrounding community from potential flood risks. For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Hoover Frankum D-12 represents a critical piece of infrastructure in the state's flood risk reduction efforts.
Year Completed |
1964 |
Dam Length |
825 |
Dam Height |
36 |
River Or Stream |
HEADWICK BR NODAWAY RIVER |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
29 |
Drainage Area |
2490 |
Nid Storage |
537 |
Structural Height |
36 |
Outlet Gates |
None |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
36 |
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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.
Hoover Frankum D-12