Davis Lake Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 19, 2025

Davis Lake Dam, located in Howard County, Missouri, serves as a crucial irrigation source for the surrounding area.


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Summary

Completed in 1950, this earth dam stands at a height of 25 feet and has a storage capacity of 66 acre-feet. While primarily used for irrigation purposes, the dam also supports fire protection, stock, and small fish pond needs, as well as recreational activities in the area.

Managed by a private entity, Davis Lake Dam is not regulated by state agencies and has a low hazard potential. Despite its age, the dam's condition assessment is currently "not rated," indicating a need for further evaluation. With a measured drainage area of 43 square miles and a surface area of 4 acres, the dam plays a critical role in water resource management in the region.

As an important component of the local water infrastructure, Davis Lake Dam stands as a testament to the ingenuity and foresight of its designers. With its strategic location along the TR-BONNE FEMME CREEK and its significant storage capacity, the dam continues to support the agricultural and recreational needs of the community. However, ongoing assessments and potential risk management measures are essential to ensure the long-term safety and effectiveness of this vital water resource asset.

Year Completed

1950

Dam Height

25

River Or Stream

TR-BONNE FEMME CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

4

Drainage Area

43

Nid Storage

66

Structural Height

25

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

25
       
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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.