Bryson Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 25, 2025
Bryson Lake Dam, located in Fairport, Missouri, is a private earth dam primarily used for irrigation purposes.
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Summary
With a height of 25 feet and a storage capacity of 54 acre-feet, this dam serves as a vital resource for agricultural activities in the area. Despite its low hazard potential, the dam has not been rated for its condition and has not undergone recent inspections.
The dam, situated on TR to Willow Creek, is managed by private owners and falls under the jurisdiction of Missouri, with no state regulatory agency overseeing its operations. While the dam's purpose includes fire protection, stock, and small fish pond use, its main function remains irrigation. The dam's surrounding surface area is approximately 4 acres, with a drainage area of 33 acres.
Although Bryson Lake Dam has not been extensively modified over the years, its emergency action plan status, risk assessment, and management measures remain unclear. With its strategic location and essential role in supporting local agriculture, this dam stands as a symbol of sustainable water resource management in the region.
Dam Height |
25 |
River Or Stream |
TR TO WILLOW CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
4 |
Drainage Area |
33 |
Nid Storage |
54 |
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.
Bryson Lake Dam