Boyd Lake Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 6, 2025

Boyd Lake Dam, located in Phelps County, Missouri, is a private earth dam primarily built for recreation purposes.


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Summary

The dam stands at a height of 25 feet and has a storage capacity of 67 acre-feet, providing ample opportunities for water-based activities in the area. Situated on the TR-Beaver Creek, the dam is owned and operated privately, with no state jurisdiction or regulation.

Despite being classified as having a low hazard potential, Boyd Lake Dam has not been rated for its condition assessment. The dam does not have any outlet gates or spillways, and its inspection frequency is listed as 0. While the dam does not fall under the ownership or funding of any federal agency, it remains an important structure for recreational purposes in the region and contributes to the overall water resource management in the area.

Overall, Boyd Lake Dam serves as a vital recreational resource for the community of Newburg, Missouri, offering opportunities for fishing, boating, and other water-related activities. While the dam's condition and maintenance status remain unassessed, its low hazard potential suggests a relatively stable structure that enhances the local environment. As a privately owned and operated dam, Boyd Lake Dam plays a significant role in water resource management and climate adaptation efforts in Phelps County, Missouri.

Dam Height

25

River Or Stream

TR-BEAVER CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

5

Drainage Area

35

Nid Storage

67

Structural Height

25

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

25
       
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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.