Bass Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Mononame 18 Putman Dam
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Bass Dam, located in Dent County, Missouri, is a privately owned earthen dam completed in 1957 primarily for recreational purposes.
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Summary
The dam, standing at a height of 20 feet, has a storage capacity of 118 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 11 acres. Despite its modest size, Bass Dam plays a crucial role in providing recreational opportunities for the local community, particularly for water enthusiasts who enjoy activities such as fishing, boating, and wildlife observation.
Situated on TR Spring Creek, Bass Dam is managed by private owners and is not regulated by state agencies. Although its hazard potential is rated as high, the dam's condition assessment is currently not rated, indicating a need for further inspection and maintenance. With a lack of emergency action plans in place and limited risk management measures identified, there is a potential for increased risk associated with the dam's operation and potential emergencies. For water resource and climate enthusiasts, monitoring and addressing the safety and maintenance of Bass Dam is essential to ensure the continued enjoyment of its recreational benefits while mitigating potential hazards.
Year Completed |
1957 |
Dam Height |
20 |
River Or Stream |
TR SPRING CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
11 |
Drainage Area |
850 |
Nid Storage |
118 |
Structural Height |
20 |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
20 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Meramec River At Cook Station
|
45cfs |
Current River Above Akers
|
196cfs |
Little Piney Creek At Newburg
|
82cfs |
Meramec River Near Steelville
|
232cfs |
Big Piney River Near Big Piney
|
220cfs |
Big Piney Below Ft. Leonard Wood
|
279cfs |
Dam Data Reference
Condition Assessment
SatisfactoryNo 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
HighDams 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.
Bass Dam