Hazel Creek Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Robert Horn Moran Dam
Last Updated: December 8, 2025
Hazel Creek Dam, located in Adair County, Missouri, is a significant earth dam completed in 1982 for the primary purpose of recreation.
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Summary
Standing at a height of 65 feet and stretching 1343 feet in length, this dam holds a maximum storage capacity of 9600 acre-feet and serves as a water supply source for the area. The dam, designed by Larkin & Associates, is regulated by the DAM AND RESERVOIR SAFETY PROG, ensuring that it meets all necessary safety and inspection requirements.
With a spillway width of 300 feet and a drainage area of 5060 acres, Hazel Creek Dam poses a significant hazard potential but is currently assessed to be in satisfactory condition. Regular inspections are carried out every two years to ensure its structural integrity and safety. The risk assessment for this dam is moderate, with measures in place to manage any potential risks and emergencies that may arise. Despite its risk level, the dam continues to provide a vital recreational and water supply resource for the region, making it an essential infrastructure for both residents and visitors alike.
Year Completed |
1982 |
Dam Length |
1343 |
Dam Height |
65 |
River Or Stream |
HAZEL CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
515 |
Drainage Area |
5060 |
Nid Storage |
9600 |
Structural Height |
65 |
Outlet Gates |
None |
Hazard Potential |
Significant |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
65 |
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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.
Hazel Creek Dam