Wellington-Napoleon Watershed Dam N-22 Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 8, 2025

The Wellington-Napoleon Watershed Dam N-22, located in Lafayette, Missouri, serves as a critical infrastructure for grade stabilization along the TR-SNI-A-BAR CREEK.


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Summary

Built in 1973 by the USDA NRCS, this earth dam stands at a height of 29 feet and spans a length of 570 feet, with a storage capacity of 128 acre-feet. With a primary purpose of grade stabilization, the dam aids in managing the water resources and protecting the surrounding area from erosion.

Despite its low hazard potential, the dam plays a crucial role in mitigating the risk of moderate flooding in the region. The uncontrolled spillway with a width of 20 feet ensures that excess water can be safely discharged, preventing potential inundation. While the dam's condition assessment is listed as "Not Rated," its structure and design by the Natural Resources Conservation Service uphold safety standards and contribute to the overall water resource management in the area.

For water resource and climate enthusiasts, the Wellington-Napoleon Watershed Dam N-22 stands as a testament to sustainable infrastructure development and effective water management practices. As a key component in the local government's efforts to maintain stability and protect against flooding, this dam showcases the importance of strategic design and maintenance in safeguarding our natural resources. Its location in Henrietta, Missouri, highlights the collaborative efforts between federal agencies and local authorities in ensuring the resilience of our water infrastructure in the face of changing climate patterns.

Year Completed

1973

Dam Length

570

Dam Height

27

River Or Stream

TR-SNI-A-BAR CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

25

Hydraulic Height

27

Drainage Area

232

Nid Storage

128

Structural Height

29

Outlet Gates

None

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Soil

Nid Height

29
       
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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.