Goff Springs Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 6, 2025

Goff Springs Dam, located in St.


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Summary

Francois, Missouri, is a privately owned earth dam constructed in 1973 for the primary purpose of recreation. Standing at a height of 73 feet and with a length of 464 feet, this dam controls the flow of TR-BEE RUN, providing a maximum storage capacity of 584 acre-feet. The dam's spillway, with a width of 50 feet, is uncontrolled, and the hazard potential is rated as high.

Despite its high hazard potential, Goff Springs Dam is in satisfactory condition as of the last assessment in March 2016. Regular inspections are conducted every two years to ensure the dam's structural integrity and overall safety. The dam is regulated and permitted by the DAM AND RESERVOIR SAFETY PROG in Missouri, with enforcement and inspection also carried out by the state. With its moderate risk assessment, Goff Springs Dam remains a vital structure for water resource management in the region, serving both recreational and regulatory purposes effectively.

Year Completed

1973

Dam Length

464

Dam Height

73

River Or Stream

TR-BEE RUN

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

20

Drainage Area

151

Nid Storage

584

Structural Height

71

Outlet Gates

None

Hazard Potential

High

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

73
       
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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.