Irvin Beabout Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 12, 2025

Irvin Beabout Dam, located in Montgomery City, Missouri, was completed in 1967 and serves multiple purposes including fire protection, stock, or as a small fish pond.


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Summary

The dam is privately owned and stands at a height of 22 feet, with a storage capacity of 59 acre-feet. Its primary construction material is earth, with a buttress core type. Despite being non-federally regulated and having a low hazard potential, the dam provides valuable water resources for the local community.

The dam's location on TR Smith Creek within the St. Louis District makes it a key asset for water management in the area. With a surface area of 5 acres and a drainage area of 75 square miles, Irvin Beabout Dam plays a crucial role in water storage and conservation. Although its condition assessment is not rated, the dam continues to support recreational activities and enhance the local ecosystem.

While not federally owned or funded, Irvin Beabout Dam remains an essential infrastructure for water resource management in Montgomery City. With its low hazard potential and multiple purposes, including fire protection and stock, the dam stands as a testament to the importance of sustainable water management practices in the face of changing climate conditions.

Year Completed

1967

Dam Height

22

River Or Stream

TR SMITH CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

5

Drainage Area

75

Nid Storage

59

Structural Height

22

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

22
       
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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.