Tabo Creek Watershed Dam E-33 Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 13, 2025
Tabo Creek Watershed Dam E-33, located in Lafayette, Missouri, was completed in 1963 by the USDA NRCS for the primary purpose of grade stabilization along the TR-Little Tabo Creek.
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Summary
This earth dam stands at a height of 27 feet with a structural height of 29 feet and a length of 435 feet, providing a storage capacity of 49 acre-feet. Despite being uncontrolled, the spillway width of 30 feet allows for a maximum discharge of 530 cubic feet per second, serving a drainage area of 36 square miles.
The dam's hazard potential is classified as low, with a moderate risk assessment score of 3. While the condition assessment is currently not rated, the dam has not been modified in recent years and does not have an Emergency Action Plan in place. Despite these limitations, Tabo Creek Watershed Dam E-33 remains a vital infrastructure for grade stabilization and water resource management in the region, ensuring the safety and sustainability of the surrounding area's water supply and ecosystem.
With its stone core and soil foundation, Tabo Creek Watershed Dam E-33 exemplifies the collaborative efforts between local government agencies and the USDA NRCS in implementing effective water resource management strategies. As a significant structure within the Kansas City District, this dam plays a crucial role in controlling water flow and protecting the environment along the TR-Little Tabo Creek, showcasing the importance of sustainable infrastructure development in mitigating climate change impacts on water resources.
Year Completed |
1963 |
Dam Length |
435 |
Dam Height |
27 |
River Or Stream |
TR-LITTLE TABO CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
3 |
Hydraulic Height |
27 |
Drainage Area |
36 |
Nid Storage |
49 |
Structural Height |
29 |
Outlet Gates |
None |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
29 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Missouri River At Waverly
|
28300cfs |
Wakenda Creek At Carrollton
|
40cfs |
Crooked River Near Richmond
|
3cfs |
Blackwater River At Blue Lick
|
38cfs |
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 Dam E-33