Blues Pond Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Boyd Lake Dam Brays Lake Dam
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Blues Pond Dam, located in Phelps, Missouri, was completed in 1968 with a primary purpose of recreation.
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Summary
This private dam stands at a height of 23 feet and has a storage capacity of 98 acre-feet, serving the Little Beaver Creek. With a surface area of 8 acres and a drainage area of 200 square miles, Blues Pond Dam offers a picturesque setting for water resource and climate enthusiasts to explore.
Despite its recreational appeal, Blues Pond Dam has a high hazard potential, as indicated by its condition assessment being listed as "Not Rated". The last inspection was conducted in May 1980, raising concerns about the dam's safety and maintenance. With no state regulation or enforcement in place, the responsibility for monitoring and managing the dam falls solely on the private owner.
Given its picturesque location and potential safety concerns, Blues Pond Dam presents an intriguing case study for water resource and climate enthusiasts. As the dam's condition remains uncertain and no recent risk assessment has been conducted, there is a pressing need for increased oversight and maintenance to ensure the safety of both the dam and the surrounding environment.
Year Completed |
1968 |
Dam Height |
23 |
River Or Stream |
TR-LITTLE BEAVER CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
8 |
Drainage Area |
200 |
Nid Storage |
98 |
Structural Height |
23 |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
23 |
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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.
Blues Pond Dam