Mozingo Creek Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 17, 2025
Mozingo Creek Dam, located in Nodaway, Missouri, is a crucial structure designed by the USDA NRCS to mitigate flood risks along Mozingo Creek.
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Summary
Completed in 1992, this earth dam stands at a height of 77 feet and spans a length of 2735 feet, providing a storage capacity of 1275 acre-feet. The dam serves multiple purposes including flood risk reduction, recreation, and water supply for the surrounding area.
Managed by the local government, Mozingo Creek Dam is regulated by the DAM AND RESERVOIR SAFETY PROG in Missouri. With a high hazard potential and a satisfactory condition assessment, the dam has an emergency action plan in place and undergoes regular inspections to ensure its safety. The dam's spillway type is uncontrolled with a width of 460 feet and has a maximum discharge capacity of 21637 cfs.
For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Mozingo Creek Dam stands as a vital asset in managing water flow and providing essential services to the community. Its strategic location and design by the Natural Resources Conservation Service highlight the importance of sustainable infrastructure in safeguarding against natural disasters and ensuring water security for future generations.
Year Completed |
1992 |
Dam Length |
2735 |
Dam Height |
77 |
River Or Stream |
MOZINGO CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
1009 |
Drainage Area |
13389 |
Nid Storage |
1275 |
Structural Height |
77 |
Outlet Gates |
Slide (sluice gate) |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
77 |
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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.
Mozingo Creek Dam