Black Horse Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: East Yellow Creek B- 46 Hahn Lake Dam
Last Updated: December 16, 2025
Black Horse Dam, located in Bucklin, Missouri, was completed in 1974 and serves primarily for debris control along the TR-PIN OAK BR river or stream.
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Summary
With a rockfill design and a height of 25 feet, the dam provides a normal storage capacity of 66 acre-feet and a maximum storage of 174 acre-feet. Its low hazard potential and "Not Rated" condition assessment make it a reliable structure for the community.
Although privately owned, Black Horse Dam also supports irrigation and recreation purposes for the area. The dam's association with the Rock Island District highlights its importance in managing water resources and protecting against potential debris flow. Despite not being state regulated, the dam's strategic location and design contribute significantly to the surrounding environment and water supply.
With its unique core type of buttress and a surface area of 13 acres, Black Horse Dam stands as a testament to efficient debris control and water management. The dam's role in the local ecosystem and its compatibility with recreational activities showcase the harmonious balance between human development and environmental conservation. For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Black Horse Dam exemplifies the crucial intersection between infrastructure and natural preservation.
Year Completed |
1974 |
Dam Height |
25 |
River Or Stream |
TR-PIN OAK BR |
Primary Dam Type |
Rockfill |
Surface Area |
13 |
Drainage Area |
260 |
Nid Storage |
174 |
Structural Height |
25 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
25 |
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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.
Black Horse Dam