Tabo Creek F-21 Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 12, 2025
Tabo Creek F-21, also known as the Tabo Creek Watershed Site F-21 Dam, is a flood risk reduction structure located in Lafayette, Missouri.
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Summary
Built in 1963 by the USDA NRCS, this earth dam stands at a height of 39 feet and has a structural height of 41 feet, with a length of 510 feet. It serves the primary purpose of flood risk reduction, with a maximum storage capacity of 36 acre-feet and a normal storage of 23 acre-feet.
With a low hazard potential and a satisfactory condition assessment as of August 2013, Tabo Creek F-21 is regulated by the DAM AND RESERVOIR SAFETY PROG in Missouri. The dam has a drainage area of 115 square miles and a maximum discharge of 830 cubic feet per second. Despite being uncontrolled, the dam features a spillway width of 52 feet to manage excess water flow. The last inspection was conducted in October 2017, with an inspection frequency of every 5 years.
Overall, Tabo Creek F-21 plays a crucial role in mitigating flood risks in the area, showcasing a moderate risk assessment level. With its strategic location and design, this dam ensures the protection of surrounding communities and properties from potential flood events, demonstrating the importance of effective water resource management and climate adaptation measures in safeguarding our natural environment.
Year Completed |
1963 |
Dam Length |
510 |
Dam Height |
39 |
River Or Stream |
TR TO COTTONWOOD CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
3 |
Drainage Area |
115 |
Nid Storage |
36 |
Structural Height |
41 |
Outlet Gates |
None |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
41 |
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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.
Tabo Creek F-21