Wellington Nap Watrshed Site H-21 Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 8, 2025

Situated in Lafayette, Missouri, the Wellington Nap Watershed Site H-21 Dam, constructed in 1967, stands as a testament to flood risk reduction efforts in the region.


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Summary

Managed by local government authorities and designed by the USDA NRCS, this earth dam with a height of 34 feet serves multiple purposes including debris control and flood risk reduction. With a storage capacity of 109 acre-feet and a normal storage of 60 acre-feet, this dam plays a crucial role in managing water resources in the area.

Despite its low hazard potential, the dam's high risk assessment indicates the need for proactive risk management measures. With a lack of recent inspection data, the condition assessment remains unrated. The absence of a spillway and outlet gates raises concerns about the dam's ability to handle maximum discharge effectively. Environmental enthusiasts and climate advocates are urged to monitor and support ongoing efforts to ensure the safety and sustainability of the Wellington Nap Watershed Site H-21 Dam, a vital infrastructure in the region's water resource management system.

Year Completed

1967

Dam Height

34

River Or Stream

TR TO MISSOURI RIVER

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

6

Drainage Area

160

Nid Storage

109

Structural Height

34

Outlet Gates

None

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

34
       
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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.