Baxter Lake Dam-North Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 12, 2025
Baxter Lake Dam-North, located in Cainsville, Missouri, was completed in 1976 and serves multiple purposes including fire protection, stock, and as a small fish pond.
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Summary
The dam is privately owned and is primarily made of earth with a buttress core type. It has a height of 25 feet and a storage capacity of 27 acre-feet, with a normal storage level of 17 acre-feet.
The dam is situated on TR-BRUSH CREEK and is under the jurisdiction of the Rock Island District. Although it is not regulated by the state, the dam has a low hazard potential and is currently not rated in terms of condition assessment. Despite its low risk, the dam does not have an Emergency Action Plan (EAP) in place and has not undergone recent inspection or maintenance.
With its tranquil surface area of 2 acres and a drainage area of 32 square miles, Baxter Lake Dam-North offers a serene recreational spot for water resource and climate enthusiasts to enjoy. However, the lack of a comprehensive risk management plan and emergency preparedness measures highlight the importance of ensuring the safety and maintenance of this essential water infrastructure.
Year Completed |
1976 |
Dam Height |
25 |
River Or Stream |
TR-BRUSH CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
2 |
Drainage Area |
32 |
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-North