Harding Brothers #2 Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 17, 2025
Harding Brothers #2 Dam, located in Harrison, Missouri, along the East Fork Big Creek, is a privately owned structure primarily used for fire protection, stock, and small fish pond purposes.
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Summary
Completed in 1985, this earth dam with a buttress core stands at a height of 25 feet and has a storage capacity of 50 acre-feet. The dam covers a surface area of 5 acres and serves a drainage area of 30 square miles.
Despite not being regulated by the state, Harding Brothers #2 Dam has a significant hazard potential and has not been rated for its condition assessment. The dam has not been inspected recently, and emergency response plans are not available. The dam's risk assessment and management measures are also unspecified. With its location in a rural area and the potential consequences of failure, there is a need for increased monitoring and maintenance to ensure the safety of the surrounding community and environment. Water resource and climate enthusiasts may find this dam an interesting case study for understanding the challenges faced by privately owned dams in terms of safety and regulation.
Year Completed |
1985 |
Dam Height |
25 |
River Or Stream |
EAST FORK BIG CREEK |
Surface Area |
5 |
Drainage Area |
30 |
Nid Storage |
50 |
Structural Height |
25 |
Hazard Potential |
Significant |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
25 |
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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.
Harding Brothers #2 Dam