Viburnum Tailings No. 2(Too Small) Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Viburnum Tailings No.


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Summary

2(Too Small) is a privately owned structure located in Courtois, Missouri. Built in 1966, this dam stands at a height of 10 feet and has a storage capacity of 615 acre-feet. Despite its small size, it plays a crucial role in managing water resources in the area, with a normal storage capacity of 40 acre-feet and a surface area of 115 acres.

Situated on the TR-Indian Creek, this dam serves a primary purpose of "Other," with a low hazard potential and a condition assessment that is currently not rated. The last inspection of Viburnum Tailings No. 2(Too Small) was conducted in 1981, highlighting the need for regular monitoring and maintenance to ensure its continued functionality. With a drainage area of 1720 acres, this structure plays a vital role in water management and conservation efforts in Iron County, Missouri.

While not regulated by the state or federal agencies, Viburnum Tailings No. 2(Too Small) remains an essential component of the local water infrastructure. Climate and water resource enthusiasts will find this structure intriguing for its design as a buttress dam and its contribution to the overall water management system in the region. Ongoing monitoring and assessment of this dam will be crucial to ensure its continued effectiveness in mitigating flood risks and supporting water supply needs in the area.

Year Completed

1966

Dam Height

10

River Or Stream

TR-INDIAN CR

Primary Dam Type

Other

Surface Area

115

Drainage Area

1720

Nid Storage

615

Structural Height

10

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

10
       
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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.