Tabo Creek Watershed Dam D-28 Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 12, 2025
Tabo Creek Watershed Dam D-28, located in Lafayette, Missouri, is a significant earth dam constructed in 1968 for grade stabilization purposes on Lick Fork Creek.
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Summary
The dam stands at a height of 28 feet with a hydraulic height matching that figure, making it a vital structure for water resource management in the area. With a storage capacity of 81 acre-feet and a surface area of 11 acres, the dam plays a crucial role in controlling water flow and preventing erosion within the 160-acre drainage area it serves.
Managed by the local government and designed by the USDA NRCS, Tabo Creek Watershed Dam D-28 boasts a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment level, making it a reliable asset for the community. The spillway width of 50 feet and uncontrolled spillway type further highlight the dam's ability to handle maximum discharges of up to 735 cubic feet per second. Despite being ungraded in terms of condition assessment, the dam's key features and design elements ensure its effectiveness in mitigating flooding and safeguarding the surrounding environment.
Although the dam has not been inspected recently and lacks an emergency action plan, its strategic location and sturdy construction underscore its importance for maintaining water quality and protecting downstream areas from potential risks. Given its critical role in managing water resources and enhancing climate resilience, Tabo Creek Watershed Dam D-28 stands as a testament to the collaborative efforts of government agencies and designers in safeguarding the local watershed and ensuring sustainable water management practices for future generations.
Year Completed |
1968 |
Dam Length |
370 |
Dam Height |
28 |
River Or Stream |
LICK FORK CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
11 |
Hydraulic Height |
28 |
Drainage Area |
160 |
Nid Storage |
81 |
Structural Height |
29 |
Outlet Gates |
None |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
29 |
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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.
Tabo Creek Watershed Dam D-28