Something Green A Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Something Green A Dam, located in Potosi, Missouri, along Rouge Creek, is a privately owned earth dam primarily used for recreation.
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Summary
Built in 1974 with a height of 27 feet and a storage capacity of 347 acre-feet, the dam covers a surface area of 24 acres and serves a drainage area of 900 square miles. Despite not being state regulated or inspected, the dam poses a high hazard potential due to its condition assessment being "Not Rated".
With its unique design featuring buttress core types, Something Green A Dam offers a tranquil setting for outdoor enthusiasts to enjoy various recreational activities. Although its inspection frequency is listed as 0 and the last inspection date was in 1980, the dam continues to provide valuable water resources for the local community. As a water resource and climate enthusiast, this dam serves as a captivating example of human interaction with nature and the importance of sustainable water management practices.
Year Completed |
1974 |
Dam Height |
27 |
River Or Stream |
ROUGE CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
24 |
Drainage Area |
900 |
Nid Storage |
347 |
Structural Height |
27 |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
27 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Big River Near Richwoods
|
221cfs |
Meramec River Near Sullivan
|
522cfs |
Big River At Irondale
|
27cfs |
Big River Below Desloge
|
59cfs |
Big River At Byrnesville
|
241cfs |
Meramec River Near Steelville
|
244cfs |
Dam Data Reference
Condition Assessment
SatisfactoryNo 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
HighDams 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.
Something Green A Dam