Fred & Pat's Bear Pit Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Double D Ranch Dam Isley Lake Dam
Last Updated: December 16, 2025
Fred & Pat's Bear Pit Dam, located in Warren County, Missouri, is a privately owned structure with a primary purpose classified as "Other." Completed in 1989, this Earth dam stands at a height of 65 feet and has a length of 460 feet, providing a storage capacity of 39 acre-feet.
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Summary
The dam, situated on TR Dry Fork, is regulated by the DAM AND RESERVOIR SAFETY PROGRAM in Missouri.
Despite having a low hazard potential and a satisfactory condition assessment as of 2007, the dam is subject to regular inspections every five years. The emergency action plan status, risk assessment, and risk management measures for Fred & Pat's Bear Pit Dam are not currently available. With a moderate risk rating of 3, the dam's capacity to withstand potential emergencies and subsequent inundation events is a matter of ongoing concern for water resource and climate enthusiasts.
As an integral part of the local water management infrastructure, Fred & Pat's Bear Pit Dam plays a crucial role in regulating the flow of TR Dry Fork and providing water storage for the surrounding area. Climate change impacts and evolving regulatory standards may necessitate periodic updates and enhancements to ensure the long-term safety and effectiveness of this essential structure in Warren County.
Year Completed |
1989 |
Dam Length |
460 |
Dam Height |
65 |
River Or Stream |
TR DRY FORK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
2 |
Drainage Area |
10 |
Nid Storage |
39 |
Structural Height |
65 |
Outlet Gates |
None |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
65 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Missouri River At Hermann
|
27400cfs |
Cuivre River Near Troy
|
35cfs |
Bourbeuse River At Union
|
73cfs |
Dardenne Creek At Ofallon
|
2cfs |
Bonhomme Creek Near Ellisville
|
0cfs |
Dardenne Creek At Old Town St. Peters
|
6cfs |
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.
Fred & Pat's Bear Pit Dam