Barber Lake Dam No 1(Sec 31) Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Barber Lake Dam No 1(Sec 31) in Missouri, completed in 1972, serves as a vital structure for grade stabilization along the TR-TEBO CREEK.


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Summary

Owned privately, this earth dam stands at a height of 20 feet and has a hydraulic height of 19 feet, with a storage capacity of 57 acre-feet. The dam, primarily designed for fire protection, stock, small fish ponds, grade stabilization, and recreation, covers a surface area of 6 acres and drains an area of 172.8 square miles.

Despite its significant hazard potential, Barber Lake Dam No 1(Sec 31) has not been rated for its condition assessment, nor has an emergency action plan been prepared. However, the risk assessment categorizes it as moderate, with a risk management plan yet to be detailed. The dam's spillway is uncontrolled, with a width of 20 feet, and it lacks outlet gates or associated structures. Overall, Barber Lake Dam No 1(Sec 31) plays a crucial role in water resource management and climate resilience in Henry County, Missouri, under the jurisdiction of the Kansas City District.

Year Completed

1972

Dam Length

520

Dam Height

20

River Or Stream

TR-TEBO CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

6

Hydraulic Height

19

Drainage Area

172.8

Nid Storage

57

Structural Height

21

Outlet Gates

None

Hazard Potential

Significant

Foundations

Soil

Nid Height

21
       
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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.