Located in Miller County, Missouri, the Groff Lake Dam, also known as Groff Lower Dam, was completed in 1960 by the USDA NRCS.
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This private dam serves multiple purposes including fire protection, stock, and small fish pond. With a dam height of 43 feet and a length of 400 feet, it has a storage capacity of 301 acre-feet and a normal storage of 245 acre-feet on its 21-acre surface area. The dam is regulated by the state and has state jurisdiction, permitting, inspection, and enforcement in place.
The Groff Lake Dam is situated on the TR Tavern Creek and is part of the St. Louis District. It has a low hazard potential and is currently not rated for its condition. The spillway type is uncontrolled with a width of 80 feet, and it is equipped with valve outlet gates. While the dam has not been inspected since July 2011, it meets state guidelines for emergency action plans and risk assessment, with a moderate risk level assigned to it. As a key structure for water resource management in the area, the Groff Lake Dam plays a crucial role in maintaining water supply and protecting against potential risks related to flooding and water management.
Year Completed |
1960 |
Dam Length |
400 |
Dam Height |
43 |
River Or Stream |
TR TAVERN CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
21 |
Drainage Area |
622 |
Nid Storage |
301 |
Structural Height |
38 |
Outlet Gates |
Valve |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Rock, Soil |
Nid Height |
43 |
Gasconade River At Jerome
|
944cfs |
Osage River Near Bagnell
|
1020cfs |
Little Piney Creek At Newburg
|
82cfs |
Osage River Below St. Thomas
|
1450cfs |
Gasconade River Near Hazelgreen
|
239cfs |
Big Piney Below Ft. Leonard Wood
|
297cfs |