Girl Scout Lake Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 17, 2025

Girl Scout Lake Dam, located in Moscow Mills, Missouri, is a privately owned earth dam with a primary purpose of "Other." Standing at a height of 30 feet, the dam provides a storage capacity of 128 acre-feet, with a normal storage level of 80 acre-feet.


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Summary

The dam is situated on TR-Sugar Creek and has a drainage area of 130 square miles, serving as a crucial water resource for the surrounding area.

With a low hazard potential and a condition assessment of "Not Rated," Girl Scout Lake Dam plays a vital role in water management and conservation efforts in Lincoln County, Missouri. Despite not being regulated or inspected by the state, the dam continues to fulfill its intended purpose of water storage and management. As a significant feature in the region, the dam offers a surface area of 8 acres and contributes to the overall ecological balance of the area.

Although the dam lacks specific information on its spillway type and years of modification, its structural integrity and low hazard potential underscore its importance in maintaining water resources and mitigating climate-related challenges. With its location on TR-Sugar Creek, Girl Scout Lake Dam stands as a testament to private stewardship in water resource management, providing a valuable asset for the community and highlighting the intersection of environmental conservation and infrastructure development.

Dam Height

30

River Or Stream

TR-SUGAR CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

8

Drainage Area

130

Nid Storage

128

Structural Height

30

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

30
       
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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.