Queen Mary Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Queen Mary Dam, located in Courtois, Missouri, is a privately owned structure built in 1959 to regulate the waters of the West Prong of Indian Creek.


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Summary

The dam is a rockfill type, standing at 66 feet tall and stretching 850 feet in length. It has a storage capacity of 8,407 acre-feet and serves multiple purposes, including flood control and water supply for the surrounding area.

Despite its age, Queen Mary Dam has been well maintained and is deemed to be in satisfactory condition as of the last assessment in 2007. The dam is regularly inspected by the Dam and Reservoir Safety Program in Missouri, ensuring its safety and functionality. With a high hazard potential due to its location and the volume of water it holds, the dam is equipped with an uncontrolled spillway to manage excess water flow during heavy rainfall events.

For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Queen Mary Dam presents a fascinating example of how infrastructure plays a crucial role in managing water resources and mitigating flood risks. Its strategic location in Iron County, Missouri, highlights the importance of maintaining and monitoring dams to ensure the safety and well-being of local communities. As climate change continues to impact weather patterns, structures like Queen Mary Dam will play a vital role in safeguarding against potential water-related disasters.

Year Completed

1959

Dam Length

850

Dam Height

66

River Or Stream

TR WEST PRONG OF INDIAN CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Rockfill

Surface Area

20

Drainage Area

515

Nid Storage

8407

Structural Height

66

Outlet Gates

None

Hazard Potential

High

Foundations

Rock

Nid Height

66
       
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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.