Woods Mill Cove Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 20, 2025
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Summary
Louis, Missouri, Woods Mill Cove Dam is a privately owned structure that serves as a crucial component in managing the Trip of Creve Coeur Creek. Built in 1988, this earth dam stands at a height of 42 feet and spans a length of 210 feet. With a storage capacity of 6 acre-feet, the dam plays a vital role in controlling the flow of water and ensuring the safety of surrounding areas.
Despite its satisfactory condition assessment, Woods Mill Cove Dam has been labeled as having a high hazard potential, highlighting the importance of regular inspections and maintenance. The dam is equipped with an uncontrolled spillway and has a moderate risk assessment rating. While the risk management measures and emergency action plans for the dam are not explicitly mentioned, the presence of regulatory agencies in Missouri overseeing its operation and enforcement ensures that safety protocols are in place to protect the local community from potential risks associated with the dam.
For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Woods Mill Cove Dam offers a fascinating case study in dam management and safety. With its strategic location in a densely populated area, this dam serves as a reminder of the critical role that infrastructure plays in mitigating flood risks and ensuring water resource management. As discussions around climate change intensify, the presence of dams like Woods Mill Cove Dam underscores the need for proactive measures to address potential hazards and safeguard communities against the impacts of extreme weather events.
Year Completed |
1988 |
Dam Length |
210 |
Dam Height |
42 |
River Or Stream |
TRIP OF CREVE COEUR CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
0.4 |
Drainage Area |
30 |
Nid Storage |
6 |
Structural Height |
42 |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
42 |
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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.
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