E.Br So Fk Blackwater A-5 Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 8, 2025

E.Br So Fk Blackwater A-5, located in Sweet Springs, Missouri, is a critical flood risk reduction structure within the E.BR.S.FK.


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Summary

BLACKWATER watershed. Constructed in 1956, this earth dam stands at 31 feet tall and spans 770 feet in length, serving to protect the surrounding area from potential flooding events. With a maximum storage capacity of 128 acre-feet and a normal storage of 28 acre-feet, this structure plays a vital role in managing water levels and ensuring community safety during times of high discharge.

Managed by the local government, E.Br So Fk Blackwater A-5 has a low hazard potential and is currently rated as "Not Rated" in terms of condition assessment. Despite its moderate risk level, the dam has not been recently inspected, raising some concerns about its current state and readiness to handle potential emergency situations. With an uncontrolled spillway and no outlet gates, it is crucial for proper monitoring and maintenance practices to be in place to ensure the continued effectiveness of this flood risk reduction structure. Overall, E.Br So Fk Blackwater A-5 remains a key component in safeguarding the local community and surrounding area from the impacts of extreme weather events and potential flooding.

Year Completed

1956

Dam Length

770

Dam Height

29

River Or Stream

E.BR.S.FK. BLACKWATER

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

2

Hydraulic Height

29

Drainage Area

25.6

Nid Storage

128

Structural Height

31

Outlet Gates

None

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Soil

Nid Height

31
       
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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.