Buck & Doe Run Watershed Dam 42 Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 15, 2025

Located in Lewis County, Missouri, Buck & Doe Run Watershed Dam 42 is a crucial structure designed by the USDA NRCS in 1976 for the primary purpose of debris control along the TR-Buck Run Creek.


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Summary

This earth dam stands at a height of 26 feet, with a hydraulic height of 16 feet and a structural height of 28 feet. With a normal storage capacity of 27 acre-feet and a maximum storage of 105 acre-feet, this dam plays a significant role in managing water resources in the area.

The dam has a low hazard potential and is currently rated as "Not Rated" in terms of condition assessment. With a moderate risk level, it is important for the local government, the primary owner of the structure, to regularly inspect and maintain it to ensure its continued effectiveness. The dam's uncontrolled spillway, with a width of 40 feet, helps manage water flow during periods of high discharge, protecting downstream areas from potential flooding.

Despite not being regulated by the state or requiring permits for operation, Buck & Doe Run Watershed Dam 42 serves as a vital component of the water management infrastructure in the area. With its stone core and soil foundation, this dam plays a critical role in maintaining the integrity of the watershed and ensuring the safety of the surrounding community in Canton.

Year Completed

1976

Dam Length

345

Dam Height

26

River Or Stream

TR-BUCK RUN CR

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

3.7

Hydraulic Height

16

Drainage Area

128

Nid Storage

105

Structural Height

28

Outlet Gates

None

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Soil

Nid Height

28
       
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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.