Muenks Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Franken Lake Dam Scott Lake Dam
Last Updated: December 8, 2025
Muenks Dam, located in Osage, Missouri, serves a primary purpose of irrigation and also supports fire protection, stock, small fish ponds, and recreation.
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Summary
Built in 1971, this earth dam stands at a height of 29 feet and has a storage capacity of 78 acre-feet. The dam is situated on TR-Maasen Creek-Loose Creek and covers a surface area of 5 acres with a drainage area of 60 acres.
Despite not being regulated by the state, Muenks Dam poses a high hazard potential and has not been rated for condition assessment. The dam does not have a spillway and lacks inspection frequency data. While it is privately owned, the dam's emergency action plan status and risk assessment measures remain unclear. With its intriguing history and unique features, Muenks Dam is a noteworthy structure for water resource and climate enthusiasts to explore and learn more about.
Year Completed |
1971 |
Dam Height |
29 |
River Or Stream |
TR-MAASEN CREEK-LOOSE CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
5 |
Drainage Area |
60 |
Nid Storage |
78 |
Structural Height |
29 |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
29 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Maries River At Westphalia
|
16cfs |
Gasconade River Near Rich Fountain
|
960cfs |
Missouri River At Jefferson City
|
32600cfs |
Moreau River Near Jefferson City
|
61cfs |
Osage River Below St. Thomas
|
1200cfs |
Missouri River At Hermann
|
31200cfs |
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.
Muenks Dam