Blue Springs Quad No.1 Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 8, 2025

Blue Springs Quad No.1 Dam, located in Jackson, Missouri, is a federally owned Earth dam primarily used for recreation.


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Summary

Completed in 1980, the dam stands at a height of 30 feet and has a storage capacity of 64 acre-feet. Situated on the TRIB-BLUE RIVER, the dam covers a surface area of 4 acres and serves a drainage area of 110 square miles.

Despite being categorized as having a low hazard potential, Blue Springs Quad No.1 Dam has not been rated for its condition since its last inspection in 1981. The dam is not regulated or inspected by the state and does not have an Emergency Action Plan in place. However, the dam's location in a recreational area and its low hazard potential suggest that it remains a popular destination for water resource and climate enthusiasts seeking outdoor activities.

Managed by the Kansas City District of the US Army Corps of Engineers, Blue Springs Quad No.1 Dam offers a tranquil setting for outdoor recreation while also serving as a vital structure for flood control and water conservation in the area. With its scenic surroundings and important role in water resource management, the dam provides a fascinating opportunity for enthusiasts to explore the intersection of human engineering and natural ecosystems.

Year Completed

1980

Dam Height

30

River Or Stream

TRIB-BLUE RIVER

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

4

Drainage Area

110

Nid Storage

64

Structural Height

30

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

30
       
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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.