Jellystone Park Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Jellystone Park Dam, located in Crawford, Missouri, along the TR-Little Bourbeuse River, was completed in 1976 and serves as a private recreational facility for water and climate enthusiasts.
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Summary
This earth dam, with a height of 27 feet and a storage capacity of 87 acre-feet, offers a serene setting for outdoor activities such as fishing, boating, and swimming. Despite being privately owned, the dam's high hazard potential underscores the importance of regular maintenance and emergency preparedness.
With a normal storage capacity of 50 acre-feet and a surface area of 6 acres, Jellystone Park Dam provides a tranquil escape for visitors seeking to enjoy the natural beauty of the surrounding area. The dam's structure, consisting of buttress core types on an unlisted foundation, showcases a blend of engineering and environmental stewardship. While not regulated or inspected by state agencies, the dam's condition assessment remains unrated, highlighting the need for ongoing monitoring and risk management measures to ensure the safety of the surrounding communities and ecosystems.
Although Jellystone Park Dam may not fall under the jurisdiction of state regulatory agencies, its role in providing recreational opportunities and supporting the local economy cannot be understated. As water resource and climate enthusiasts venture to this picturesque location, it is essential to appreciate the balance between human enjoyment and environmental protection. By staying informed about the dam's maintenance practices and emergency preparedness measures, visitors can continue to enjoy the beauty and serenity that Jellystone Park Dam offers for generations to come.
Year Completed |
1976 |
Dam Height |
27 |
River Or Stream |
TR-LITTLE BOURBEUSE RIVER |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
6 |
Drainage Area |
80 |
Nid Storage |
87 |
Structural Height |
27 |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
27 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Meramec River Near Steelville
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244cfs |
Bourbeuse River Near High Gate
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2cfs |
Meramec River Near Sullivan
|
522cfs |
Meramec River At Cook Station
|
47cfs |
Bourbeuse River At Union
|
107cfs |
Gasconade River Near Rich Fountain
|
1030cfs |
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.
Jellystone Park Dam
State Highway 49 Bridge Near Dillard, Missouri To Forest Boundary In Sections 13/24, T38N, R3W