Young Dam No. 1 Reservoir Report
Nearby: James Lake Dam Ingells & Ervin Dam
Last Updated: December 16, 2025
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Summary
1, located in PARNELL, Missouri, along the TR-PLATTE RIVER, was completed in 1993 for the primary purpose of Grade Stabilization. This earth dam stands at a height of 29 feet and spans 450 feet in length, providing a storage capacity of 47 acre-feet and serving a drainage area of 652 acres. With a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment rating, this dam plays a crucial role in managing water resources in Worth County, Missouri.
Owned privately, Young Dam No. 1 is not regulated or monitored by state agencies, making it an interesting case study for water resource and climate enthusiasts. The dam's design includes stone core types and soil foundations, with an uncontrolled spillway width of 10 feet. While the dam's condition assessment is not rated, its risk management measures and emergency action plans are currently not documented, reflecting areas for potential improvement in ensuring the safety and integrity of this vital infrastructure.
Overall, Young Dam No. 1 presents an intriguing example of a privately owned earth dam that serves a critical role in grade stabilization along the TR-PLATTE RIVER. With its modest storage capacity, low hazard potential, and moderate risk assessment, this dam raises important questions about the regulatory oversight and maintenance of private dams in Missouri. As water resources become increasingly important in the face of climate change, understanding the condition and management of dams like Young Dam No. 1 is crucial for ensuring water security and environmental sustainability in the region.
Year Completed |
1993 |
Dam Length |
450 |
Dam Height |
29 |
River Or Stream |
TR-PLATTE RIVER |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
7 |
Hydraulic Height |
29 |
Drainage Area |
652 |
Nid Storage |
47 |
Structural Height |
29 |
Outlet Gates |
None |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
29 |
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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.
Young Dam No. 1