Bibb Lake Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 19, 2025

Bibb Lake Dam, located in Pike, Missouri, is a rockfill dam completed in 1955 primarily for recreational purposes.


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Summary

The dam stands at a height of 46 feet and spans 440 feet in length, with a maximum storage capacity of 1,743 acre-feet. Situated on a tributary to Noix Creek, the dam's reservoir covers an area of 8 acres and serves a drainage area of 140 square miles.

Managed by a private owner, Bibb Lake Dam is regulated by the DAM AND RESERVOIR SAFETY PROGRAM in Missouri, ensuring regular inspections and enforcement of safety measures. The dam has a high hazard potential but is currently assessed to be in satisfactory condition. In the event of an emergency, the dam has no outlet gates and an uncontrolled spillway with a width of 20 feet. With a moderate risk rating, Bibb Lake Dam continues to provide valuable recreational opportunities while being closely monitored for safety and risk management measures.

Year Completed

1955

Dam Length

440

Dam Height

46

River Or Stream

TRIBUTARY TO NOIX CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Rockfill

Surface Area

8

Drainage Area

140

Nid Storage

1743

Structural Height

46

Outlet Gates

None

Hazard Potential

High

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

46
       
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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.