Tabo Creek Watershed Dam F-26 Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 13, 2025
Tabo Creek Watershed Dam F-26, located in Lafayette County, Missouri, serves as a crucial structure for grade stabilization in the area.
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Summary
Constructed in 1963 by the USDA NRCS, this earth dam stands at a height of 27 feet and spans 420 feet in length. With a storage capacity of 132 acre-feet, it plays a key role in managing water resources and mitigating potential flooding in the region.
Although the dam is classified as having a low hazard potential, it is deemed to have a moderate risk level, with a maximum discharge capacity of 2175 cubic feet per second. The spillway, with a width of 100 feet, ensures controlled water release during periods of high flow. Despite its age, the dam's structural integrity has not been rated, highlighting the need for continued monitoring and maintenance to ensure its long-term effectiveness in protecting the surrounding community.
As water resource and climate enthusiasts, understanding the critical role of structures like Tabo Creek Watershed Dam F-26 in managing and safeguarding water resources is paramount. With its historical significance and ongoing importance in the region, this dam serves as a reminder of the vital infrastructure needed to address the challenges of water management and climate resilience in our communities.
Year Completed |
1963 |
Dam Length |
420 |
Dam Height |
27 |
River Or Stream |
TR-COTTONWOOD CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
15 |
Hydraulic Height |
27 |
Drainage Area |
70 |
Nid Storage |
132 |
Structural Height |
28 |
Outlet Gates |
None |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
28 |
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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.
Tabo Creek Watershed Dam F-26