Pond 4-011 Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 19, 2025
Pond 4-011, located in Howard, Missouri, is a privately owned earth dam with a height of 28 feet and a storage capacity of 225 acre-feet.
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Summary
The dam, constructed on the MONITEAU River, serves a primary purpose that is currently unspecified. With a low hazard potential and no current state regulation or inspection, Pond 4-011 presents an interesting case study for water resource and climate enthusiasts.
Despite its lack of current state oversight, Pond 4-011 is still an important part of the local water infrastructure, providing storage for up to 140 acre-feet of water under normal conditions. The dam's condition is currently assessed as "Not Rated," and no emergency action plan or risk assessment has been documented. With its location in a region with a history of extreme weather events, the potential consequences of inadequate maintenance or emergency preparedness at Pond 4-011 are worth considering.
As a site with no associated structures and minimal federal involvement, Pond 4-011 offers a unique opportunity for study and analysis within the field of water resource management. Its relatively small surface area and drainage area of 15 and 80 acres, respectively, make it a manageable case study for researchers interested in exploring the intersection of private ownership, dam safety, and environmental resilience.
Dam Height |
28 |
River Or Stream |
MONITEAU |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
15 |
Drainage Area |
80 |
Nid Storage |
225 |
Structural Height |
28 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
28 |
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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.
Pond 4-011