Walter Byrn Farm Pond Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 7, 2025

Walter Byrn Farm Pond, located in Taylor, Missouri, is a private earth dam structure built in 1989 with a primary purpose of fire protection, stock, or small fish pond.


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Summary

With a height of 29 feet and a hydraulic height of 28 feet, this pond has a storage capacity of 30 acre-feet and serves a drainage area of 95 acres. The surface area of the pond is 10 acres, providing a serene and functional space for water resource and climate enthusiasts to appreciate.

Despite being categorized as having a low hazard potential, the pond is able to handle a maximum discharge of 11 cubic feet per second through its uncontrolled spillway. The dam, primarily constructed with earth and stone core types, has not been rated for condition assessment but is considered to have a moderate risk level. While there are no associated structures or outlet gates, the Walter Byrn Farm Pond stands as a reliable and sustainable water resource for the local community, demonstrating the importance of proper dam management and maintenance to ensure long-term safety and functionality for its intended purposes.

Year Completed

1989

Dam Length

285

Dam Height

29

River Or Stream

TR-BRIDGE CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

10

Hydraulic Height

28

Drainage Area

95

Nid Storage

30

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.