Money Sunk Ranch Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Dogwood Lake Dam Woodridge Lake Dam
Last Updated: December 16, 2025
Money Sunk Ranch Dam, located in Marthasville, Missouri, is a private earth dam primarily used for recreation.
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Summary
Standing at a height of 30 feet, the dam was completed in 1968 and has a storage capacity of 64 acre-feet. The dam is situated on the TR North Fork Charrette Creek and covers a surface area of 4 acres within a drainage area of 53 square miles.
Despite its recreational purpose, Money Sunk Ranch Dam is considered to have a high hazard potential and its condition is currently not rated. The dam has not been inspected in recent years and there is no emergency action plan in place. With no established risk assessment or management measures, the dam poses a potential risk to the surrounding area in case of failure.
As water resource and climate enthusiasts, it is important to recognize the potential risks associated with dams like Money Sunk Ranch Dam and advocate for proper maintenance, inspections, and emergency preparedness measures to ensure the safety of both the dam structure and the community downstream. The dam serves as a reminder of the critical role that proper dam management plays in protecting lives and property in the face of changing climate patterns and increasing water resource challenges.
Year Completed |
1968 |
Dam Height |
30 |
River Or Stream |
TR NORTH FORK CHARRETTE CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
4 |
Drainage Area |
53 |
Nid Storage |
64 |
Structural Height |
30 |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
30 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Missouri River At Hermann
|
27400cfs |
Cuivre River Near Troy
|
35cfs |
Dardenne Creek At Ofallon
|
2cfs |
Bourbeuse River At Union
|
73cfs |
Dardenne Creek At Old Town St. Peters
|
6cfs |
Bonhomme Creek Near Ellisville
|
0cfs |
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.
Money Sunk Ranch Dam