Grindstone-Lost-Muddy Watershed Dam D-39 Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 6, 2025

Grindstone-Lost-Muddy Watershed Dam D-39, located in DeKalb, Missouri, is a key infrastructure project designed by the USDA NRCS for grade stabilization purposes.


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Summary

Completed in 1978, this earth dam stands at a height of 28 feet and stretches over 580 feet in length, with a storage capacity of 71 acre-feet. Situated on the TR-N.FORK LOST CREEK, this dam plays a crucial role in managing the drainage area of 303 square miles, with a maximum discharge capacity of 310 cubic feet per second.

Despite its low hazard potential and moderate risk assessment, Grindstone-Lost-Muddy Watershed Dam D-39 has not been officially rated for its condition assessment. With a spillway width of 40 feet and uncontrolled spillway type, this dam serves as a vital structure for mitigating erosion and maintaining water quality in the region. Owned by the local government and operated by the Natural Resources Conservation Service, this dam represents a collaborative effort to ensure the sustainability of water resources in the area. Although currently not state-regulated or inspected, its strategic location and design make it a critical asset for the community of PATTONSBURG and beyond.

Year Completed

1978

Dam Length

580

Dam Height

28

River Or Stream

TR-N.FORK LOST CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

10

Hydraulic Height

28

Drainage Area

303

Nid Storage

71

Structural Height

28

Outlet Gates

None

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Soil

Nid Height

28
       
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Condition Assessment

Satisfactory
No 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

High
Dams 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.