Brushy Creek Mine Water Clarification Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 20, 2025

Brushy Creek Mine Water Clarification is a private facility located in Oates, Missouri, along the Brushy Creek river.


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Summary

Built in 1971, this Earth type dam stands at a height of 34 feet and serves a crucial purpose in water resource management. With a storage capacity of 291 acre-feet, it plays a significant role in clarifying mine water before it is discharged back into the environment.

Despite being a privately owned structure, Brushy Creek Mine Water Clarification falls under the jurisdiction of the Mine Safety and Health Administration for regulatory oversight. The dam has a high hazard potential due to its location and function, although its condition assessment has not been rated. The last inspection took place in 1980, highlighting the need for continued monitoring and maintenance to ensure the safety and efficiency of the facility.

As a key player in water clarification and management, Brushy Creek Mine Water Clarification serves as an essential resource in maintaining the quality of the surrounding waterways. With its strategic location and purposeful design, this facility underscores the importance of sustainable practices in addressing water resource and climate challenges in the region.

Year Completed

1971

Dam Height

34

River Or Stream

BRUSHY CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

16

Drainage Area

1090

Nid Storage

291

Structural Height

34

Hazard Potential

High

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

34
       
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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.