Kuper-Scott Ranch Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 8, 2025

The Kuper-Scott Ranch Dam is a privately owned structure located in Osage City, Missouri along the Jaeger Creek.


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Summary

Built in 1970, this earth dam stands at a height of 25 feet and serves primarily for recreational purposes. With a storage capacity of 67 acre-feet and a normal storage level of 29 acre-feet, the dam covers a surface area of 5 acres and drains an area of 135 square miles.

Despite its high hazard potential, the condition of the Kuper-Scott Ranch Dam is currently not rated. There is no state regulation or inspection in place for this dam, highlighting the importance of regular monitoring and maintenance by its private owners. The dam does not have a designated spillway or outlet gates, raising concerns about its ability to manage high discharge events.

For water resource and climate enthusiasts, the Kuper-Scott Ranch Dam presents an intriguing case study of a privately owned recreational structure with limited oversight. The lack of state regulation and inspection, combined with the high hazard potential, underscores the importance of proactive risk management and emergency preparedness for dams in similar situations. Further research and monitoring are needed to ensure the safety and integrity of this dam and its surrounding area along the Jaeger Creek in Missouri.

Year Completed

1970

Dam Height

25

River Or Stream

JAEGER CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

5

Drainage Area

135

Nid Storage

67

Structural Height

25

Hazard Potential

High

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

25
       
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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.