Bear Creek Watershed Dam A- 2 Reservoir Report
Nearby: Jjrp Jjrp Farms Dam
Last Updated: December 7, 2025
Bear Creek Watershed Dam A-2, located in Taylor, Missouri, was completed in 1967 with the primary purpose of flood risk reduction along the Bear Creek.
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Summary
The dam stands at a height of 27 feet and has a storage capacity of 1,280 acre-feet, serving to protect the surrounding area from potential flooding events. The dam is classified as an earth dam with a stone core and soil foundation, featuring an uncontrolled spillway with a width of 80 feet.
Despite being assessed as having a low hazard potential, the dam is deemed to have a moderate risk level, indicating the need for ongoing monitoring and risk management measures. The dam, under the ownership of the local government, has not been state regulated or inspected, raising potential concerns about its current condition and readiness for emergencies. With a drainage area of 294.4 square miles and a surface area of 6.4 acres, Bear Creek Watershed Dam A-2 plays a crucial role in safeguarding the local community and ecosystem from the impacts of extreme weather events and water resource challenges.
Year Completed |
1967 |
Dam Length |
830 |
Dam Height |
27 |
River Or Stream |
BEAR CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
6.4 |
Hydraulic Height |
27 |
Drainage Area |
294.4 |
Nid Storage |
1280 |
Structural Height |
28 |
Outlet Gates |
None |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
28 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Des Moines River At Keosauqua
|
1800cfs |
Fox River At Wayland
|
8cfs |
Des Moines River At St. Francisville
|
1620cfs |
Wyaconda River Above Canton
|
13cfs |
Fox River At Bloomfield
|
7cfs |
Chariton River At Livonia
|
45cfs |
Dam Data Reference
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.
Bear Creek Watershed Dam A- 2