Fulton Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Fulton Dam, located in Burfordville, Missouri, is a privately owned Earth dam that was completed in 1974 for the primary purpose of creating a Fish and Wildlife Pond.
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Summary
With a height of 25 feet and a length of 265 feet, this dam regulates the TR-CONRAD CREEK and provides a storage capacity of 66 acre-feet. The dam's low hazard potential and moderate risk assessment make it a crucial structure for fire protection, stock, small fish pond, and recreational activities in the area.
The St. Louis District of the US Army Corps of Engineers oversees Fulton Dam, which has a spillway width of 20 feet and a maximum discharge of 154 cubic feet per second. Despite not being state-regulated, this dam plays a vital role in managing the drainage area of 134.4 square miles and providing habitat for various wildlife species. While the dam's condition assessment is currently not rated, its design and purpose highlight its significance in promoting biodiversity and ecosystem health in the region.
As an Earth dam with a stone core foundation, Fulton Dam serves as a key infrastructure for water resource management and ecological conservation in Bollinger County, Missouri. With its strategic location and purposeful design, this dam exemplifies the intersection of human engineering and environmental stewardship, catering to the needs of both wildlife and local communities. Climate and water resource enthusiasts can appreciate Fulton Dam's multifaceted role in fostering sustainable water use and enhancing biodiversity in the surrounding area.
Year Completed |
1974 |
Dam Length |
265 |
Dam Height |
25 |
River Or Stream |
TR-CONRAD CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
4 |
Hydraulic Height |
25 |
Drainage Area |
134.4 |
Nid Storage |
66 |
Structural Height |
25 |
Outlet Gates |
None |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
25 |
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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.
Fulton Dam