Bubbling Springs Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 6, 2025

Bubbling Springs Dam, located in Dent County, Missouri, was completed in 1952 and serves as a recreational water resource along Peters Branch.


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Summary

This private earth dam stands at a height of 23 feet and has a storage capacity of 185 acre-feet, providing a surface area of 15 acres for recreational activities. Despite its primary purpose for recreation, the dam is classified as having a high hazard potential.

The dam, owned by a private entity, is not regulated or inspected by the state, raising concerns about its safety and maintenance. With no condition assessment rating available, the risk associated with the dam remains unknown. As water resource and climate enthusiasts, it is crucial to monitor and advocate for proper inspection and maintenance of such structures to ensure the safety of the surrounding community and environment. The lack of information on emergency action plans and risk management measures underscores the importance of proactive measures to safeguard against potential hazards.

Year Completed

1952

Dam Height

23

River Or Stream

PETERS BRANCH

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

15

Drainage Area

618

Nid Storage

185

Structural Height

23

Hazard Potential

High

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

23
       
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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.