Columbia Mun Golf Course Lower L. Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 16, 2025

Columbia Mun Golf Course Lower L.


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Summary

Dam, located in Mcbaine, Missouri, is a local government-owned structure primarily used for irrigation purposes. Built in 1953, this Earth type dam stands at a height of 15 feet and has a storage capacity of 24 acre-feet. Situated on a tributary to Harmony Creek, the dam serves as a vital resource for the surrounding area, with a normal storage level of 9 acre-feet and a drainage area of 150 square miles.

Despite its age, the dam's condition assessment is currently listed as 'Not Rated,' with a high hazard potential. The last inspection was conducted in 1978, highlighting the need for updated safety measures and potentially an Emergency Action Plan (EAP) to minimize risks associated with any potential failure. With its critical role in irrigation and water resource management, the Columbia Mun Golf Course Lower L. Dam serves as a reminder of the importance of maintaining and monitoring infrastructure to ensure the safety and sustainability of our water resources in the face of changing climate conditions.

Year Completed

1953

Dam Height

15

River Or Stream

TRIBUTARY TO HARMONY CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

3

Drainage Area

150

Nid Storage

24

Structural Height

15

Hazard Potential

High

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

15
       
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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.