Williams Reservoir Report
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Last Updated: December 19, 2025
Williams, Paul Dam, located in Pike, Missouri, was completed in 1973 and is primarily used for fire protection, stock, and small fish pond purposes.
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Summary
This private earth dam stands at a height of 28 feet and has a storage capacity of 75 acre-feet, with a normal storage level of 40 acre-feet. The dam is situated on TR-Noix Creek, within the St. Louis District of Missouri, and has a drainage area of 140 square miles.
Despite its small size, Williams, Paul Dam poses a high hazard potential and has not been rated for its current condition. The dam, constructed with a buttress core type, lacks certain key features such as an established spillway and outlet gates. It is important for water resource and climate enthusiasts to keep an eye on this dam's maintenance and safety measures, as it plays a crucial role in providing water for various purposes in the surrounding area.
As a privately owned structure, Williams, Paul Dam is not subject to state regulation or inspection. With its proximity to the city of Louisiana and a surface area of 5 acres, this dam serves as a vital resource for water supply and recreational activities. While it may not garner as much attention as larger dams, its significance in the local ecosystem and community highlights the importance of maintaining and monitoring all water infrastructure, regardless of size or ownership.
Year Completed |
1973 |
Dam Height |
28 |
River Or Stream |
TR-NOIX CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
5 |
Drainage Area |
140 |
Nid Storage |
75 |
Structural Height |
28 |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
28 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Spencer Cr. Bl Plum Cr. Nr Frankford
|
24cfs |
Salt River Near New London
|
106cfs |
Bay Creek At Pittsfield
|
43cfs |
Bear Creek At Hannibal
|
2cfs |
Cuivre River Near Troy
|
33cfs |
Salt River Near Center
|
57cfs |
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.
Williams,Paul Dam