Buck & Doe Run Watershed Dam 25 Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 12, 2025

Buck & Doe Run Watershed Dam 25, located in Lewis County, Missouri, is a vital structure designed by the USDA NRCS for grade stabilization along the TR-Buck Run Creek.


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Summary

Built in 1972, this earth dam stands at a height of 25 feet with a length of 600 feet, serving a drainage area of 44.8 square miles. The dam's primary purpose is grade stabilization, with a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment rating.

With a maximum storage capacity of 72 acre-feet, Buck & Doe Run Watershed Dam 25 plays a crucial role in managing water resources in the area. The dam's spillway, classified as uncontrolled, features a width of 30 feet to handle a maximum discharge of 177 cubic feet per second. Despite not being regulated by the state, this dam contributes to the overall flood control and watershed management efforts in the region.

While the dam's condition is currently not rated, it remains a key asset for water resource and climate enthusiasts interested in the sustainable management of water infrastructure. With its strategic location in the Buck & Doe Run Watershed, this dam underscores the importance of effective design and construction in enhancing the resilience of water systems to climate variability and extreme weather events.

Year Completed

1972

Dam Length

600

Dam Height

24

River Or Stream

TR-BUCK RUN CR

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

2.3

Hydraulic Height

24

Drainage Area

44.8

Nid Storage

72

Structural Height

25

Outlet Gates

None

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Soil

Nid Height

25
       
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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.