Hoover-Frankum Watershed Dam Lt-27 Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 16, 2025
Hoover-Frankum Watershed Dam Lt-27, located in Quitman, Missouri, is a privately owned earth dam built in 1973 for the primary purpose of grade stabilization along the TR-Hager Branch and Nodaway River.
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Summary
Designed by the USDA NRCS, this dam stands at a height of 27 feet with a structural height of 28 feet, stretching 400 feet in length. It has a capacity of 46 acre-feet with a normal storage of 26 acre-feet, serving a drainage area of 32 square miles.
The dam features an uncontrolled spillway with a width of 28 feet and has a low hazard potential, assessed as moderate (3) in terms of risk. Despite not being rated for its condition, the dam has not undergone recent inspections or assessments. However, it is noted to have no outlet gates and is not regulated by the state or federal agencies. With a moderate risk level and no significant modifications or emergency preparedness measures in place, Hoover-Frankum Watershed Dam Lt-27 remains a valuable structure for grade stabilization in the region.
Though lacking recent updates or assessments, the Hoover-Frankum Watershed Dam Lt-27 continues to play a vital role in managing water resources and preventing erosion in Nodaway County, Missouri. Its construction by the Natural Resources Conservation Service reflects a commitment to sustainable land management practices. With its low hazard potential and moderate risk level, this dam serves as a reminder of the importance of maintaining and monitoring critical infrastructure to safeguard against potential emergencies and ensure the continued protection of local water resources and ecosystems.
Year Completed |
1973 |
Dam Length |
400 |
Dam Height |
27 |
River Or Stream |
TR-HAGER BR.& NODAWAY RIVER |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
3 |
Hydraulic Height |
27 |
Drainage Area |
32 |
Nid Storage |
46 |
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.
Hoover-Frankum Watershed Dam Lt-27