Thousand Oaks Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 9, 2025

Thousand Oaks Dam, located in Platte, Missouri, is a private-owned structure that was completed in 2002.


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Summary

Standing at a height of 70 feet with a hydraulic height of 64 feet, this Earth dam serves the purpose of water storage with a maximum capacity of 190 acre-feet and a normal storage of 107 acre-feet. The dam spans a length of 700 feet and covers a surface area of 5 acres, providing vital water resource management for its drainage area of 41 square miles.

Maintained by the DAM AND RESERVOIR SAFETY PROG, Thousand Oaks Dam has a high hazard potential but is in satisfactory condition as of the latest assessment in November 2016. The structure is regularly inspected by the state regulatory agency and meets all necessary permitting and enforcement requirements. In the event of an emergency, the dam's emergency action plan (EAP) is up to date, ensuring that appropriate measures are in place to mitigate risks and protect surrounding communities. With its strategic location and vital role in water management, Thousand Oaks Dam stands as a crucial infrastructure for both water resource and climate enthusiasts in the region.

As part of the Kansas City District, Thousand Oaks Dam plays a significant role in the overall water infrastructure of the area. With its efficient design and satisfactory condition, this dam serves as a key component in ensuring water storage and flood control for the region. Climate and water resource enthusiasts can appreciate the importance of structures like Thousand Oaks Dam in effectively managing and conserving water resources while also addressing potential climate-related risks and hazards.

Year Completed

2002

Dam Length

700

Dam Height

70

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

5

Hydraulic Height

64

Drainage Area

41

Nid Storage

190

Structural Height

70

Hazard Potential

High

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

70
       
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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.
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