Smith Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Smith, Raymond Lake, located in Galena, Kansas, serves as a vital flood risk reduction structure along the TR-North Fork Spring River in Jasper County, Missouri.


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Summary

Built in 1967, this private-owned earth dam stands at a height of 17 feet and has a storage capacity of 264 acre-feet. While primarily designed for flood risk reduction, the dam also serves multiple purposes including fire protection, stock and small fish pond, fish and wildlife pond, and irrigation.

With a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment, Smith, Raymond Lake plays a crucial role in safeguarding the surrounding area from potential flooding events. The uncontrolled spillway, 100 feet wide, ensures proper water discharge during peak flow periods. Despite its importance, the dam's condition assessment remains unrated, highlighting the need for regular inspections and maintenance to uphold its structural integrity and functionality. As a significant water resource structure in the region, ongoing monitoring and risk management measures are essential to mitigate any potential hazards and ensure the safety of the community.

Year Completed

1967

Dam Length

2000

Dam Height

17

River Or Stream

TR-NORTH FORK SPRING RIVER

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

1

Hydraulic Height

17

Drainage Area

64

Nid Storage

264

Structural Height

18

Outlet Gates

None

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Soil

Nid Height

18
       
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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.