Tabo Creek Watershed F-20 Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 12, 2025
Tabo Creek Watershed F-20 Dam, also known as Tabo Creek Watershed Site F-20 Dam, is a vital structure located in Lafayette, Missouri, owned by the local government.
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Summary
Constructed in 1963 by the USDA NRCS, this earth dam stands at a height of 36 feet and spans 495 feet in length, providing flood risk reduction for the area. Situated in the Tabo Creek watershed, the dam has a storage capacity of 24 acre-feet, serving a drainage area of 171 square miles.
Managed by the DAM AND RESERVOIR SAFETY PROG in Missouri, the Tabo Creek Watershed F-20 Dam has a low hazard potential and is deemed to be in satisfactory condition as of its last assessment in 2013. With a moderate risk assessment score of 3, the dam undergoes inspections every 5 years to ensure its structural integrity and safety. Despite its uncontrolled spillway type and lack of outlet gates, the dam continues to play a crucial role in mitigating flood risks for the local community.
The Tabo Creek Watershed F-20 Dam is a pivotal infrastructure for flood risk reduction in the area, showcasing the collaboration between local government and federal agencies to safeguard water resources. With its stone core and soil foundation, the dam has been serving its purpose effectively since its completion in 1963. As climate change continues to impact water resources, the importance of maintaining and upgrading these structures for resilience against extreme weather events becomes increasingly crucial.
Year Completed |
1963 |
Dam Length |
495 |
Dam Height |
36 |
River Or Stream |
TR TO COTTONWOOD CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
2 |
Drainage Area |
171 |
Nid Storage |
24 |
Structural Height |
36 |
Outlet Gates |
None |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
36 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Missouri River At Waverly
|
27800cfs |
Wakenda Creek At Carrollton
|
40cfs |
Crooked River Near Richmond
|
4cfs |
Blackwater River At Blue Lick
|
45cfs |
Little Blue River Near Lake City
|
15cfs |
Shoal Creek Near Braymer Mo
|
1cfs |
Dam Data Reference
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.
Tabo Creek Watershed F-20 Dam