Brown Reservoir Report
Nearby: August H Fenck Sr Dam Carter Lake Dam
Last Updated: December 17, 2025
Brown is a privately owned earth dam located in Mexico, Missouri, specifically on the TR-Scattering Fork river.
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Summary
Built in 1967 for irrigation purposes, the dam stands at a height of 15 feet and has a length of 870 feet, with a storage capacity of 127 acre-feet. The dam has a low hazard potential and is currently in a not-rated condition.
With a surface area of 6.2 acres and a drainage area of 268.8 square miles, Brown serves as a vital water resource in the region. Although the dam has an uncontrolled spillway type with a width of 14 feet, it has a moderate risk assessment rating of 3. Despite not being regulated or inspected by state authorities, the dam continues to provide essential irrigation water for the surrounding agricultural lands.
While Brown does not have any associated structures or outlet gates, it plays a crucial role in water management for the area. With its stone core type and soil foundations, the dam stands as a testament to the importance of sustainable water resource management in the face of changing climate conditions.
Year Completed |
1967 |
Dam Length |
870 |
Dam Height |
15 |
River Or Stream |
TR-SCATTERING FORK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
6.2 |
Hydraulic Height |
15 |
Drainage Area |
268.8 |
Nid Storage |
127 |
Structural Height |
15 |
Outlet Gates |
None |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
15 |
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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.
Brown