Baxter Lake Dam-South Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 15, 2025
Baxter Lake Dam-South, located in Cainsville, Missouri, was completed in 1965 and serves multiple purposes including fire protection, stock, small fish pond, and recreation.
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Summary
This private dam is classified as an earth dam with a buttress core type and a height of 25 feet, providing a storage capacity of 27 acre-feet and a surface area of 2 acres. Despite its low hazard potential, the dam is not currently rated for its condition and has not been inspected recently.
Situated on TR-Brush Creek in Harrison County, Missouri, Baxter Lake Dam-South falls under the jurisdiction of the Rock Island District of the US Army Corps of Engineers. The dam does not have any associated structures and is not regulated or permitted by the state. With its primary purpose being fire protection and small-scale water storage, the dam is a vital resource for the local community. While the dam's condition assessment is not rated and it lacks emergency action plans, it continues to support its intended functions effectively.
For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Baxter Lake Dam-South presents an interesting case study of a privately-owned dam with diverse purposes and potential for recreational use. Its location in the rural setting of Cainsville provides a valuable water source for fire protection and agricultural activities. With its historical completion in the mid-20th century, the dam stands as a testament to the importance of small-scale water management in sustaining local ecosystems and communities.
Year Completed |
1965 |
Dam Height |
25 |
River Or Stream |
TR-BRUSH CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
2 |
Drainage Area |
23 |
Nid Storage |
27 |
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.
Baxter Lake Dam-South