Volumer Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 9, 2025

Volumer Dam, located in Byrnes Mill, Missouri, was completed in 1962 and serves as a private recreational facility along the TR Big River.


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Summary

This Earth dam with a height of 22 feet has a storage capacity of 59 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 5 acres. Despite being privately owned, the dam does not fall under state regulatory jurisdiction, and its hazard potential is rated as low.

With a primary purpose of recreation, Volumer Dam offers opportunities for outdoor activities such as fishing, boating, and wildlife observation. The dam's condition is currently not rated, and it has not undergone recent inspections or assessments. While it may not have a significant impact on water resource management, the dam plays a role in providing recreational opportunities for the community and visitors to enjoy the natural beauty of the area.

Although Volumer Dam may not have a large capacity or extensive infrastructure like some larger dams, its significance lies in its contribution to local recreation and conservation efforts. As water resource and climate enthusiasts explore the diverse landscape of Missouri, the presence of dams like Volumer Dam adds to the overall environmental and recreational appeal of the region.

Year Completed

1962

Dam Height

22

River Or Stream

TR BIG RIVER

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

5

Drainage Area

85

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.