Archie Smith Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Veatch Lake Dam Bill Gutshall Dam
Last Updated: December 19, 2025
Archie Smith Dam, located in Galt, Missouri, along the TR-Medicine Creek, was completed in 1989 for the primary purpose of grade stabilization.
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Summary
This private earth dam stands at a height of 29 feet and stretches 400 feet in length, with a maximum storage capacity of 40 acre-feet. The dam serves multiple purposes including fire protection, stock, small fish pond, and grade stabilization for the surrounding area.
With a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment rating, Archie Smith Dam plays a crucial role in managing water resources in Grundy County, Missouri. The dam has a surface area of 4.7 acres and a drainage area of 166.4 square miles, with a maximum discharge capacity of 65 cubic feet per second. While the dam has not been rated for its condition assessment, it continues to provide essential water management services for the local community.
Despite not being regulated by the state, Archie Smith Dam remains a vital infrastructure for water resource management and climate resilience in the region. With its uncontrolled spillway and stone core construction, the dam ensures the stability of the surrounding landscape and offers protection against potential flooding events. As water resource and climate enthusiasts, understanding the significance of dams like Archie Smith Dam is crucial for sustainable water management practices and environmental stewardship in the face of changing climate conditions.
Year Completed |
1989 |
Dam Length |
400 |
Dam Height |
28 |
River Or Stream |
TR-MEDICINE CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
4.7 |
Hydraulic Height |
27 |
Drainage Area |
166.4 |
Nid Storage |
40 |
Structural Height |
29 |
Outlet Gates |
None |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
29 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Medicine Creek Near Laredo
|
6cfs |
Thompson River At Trenton
|
111cfs |
Locust Creek Near Linneus
|
35cfs |
Grand River At Chillicothe
|
361cfs |
Grand River Near Gallatin
|
61cfs |
East Fork Big Creek Near Bethany
|
2cfs |
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.
Archie Smith Dam