Auffert Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 16, 2025
Auffert is a private earth dam located in Nodaway, Missouri, along TR-BRUSHY CREEK.
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Summary
Built in 1995 for grade stabilization, it serves multiple purposes including fire protection, stock or small fish pond, and recreation. The dam stands at a height of 34 feet with a hydraulic height of 32 feet, and has a length of 280 feet, providing a storage capacity of 23 acre-feet and a surface area of 4.3 acres.
Despite its low hazard potential and moderate risk assessment, Auffert has not been rated for its condition assessment, and there is no recent inspection date available. The dam does not have outlet gates and features an uncontrolled spillway with a width of 10 feet. While the dam meets guidelines for emergency action plans, there is no information on the preparation or last revision date of such plans. With a drainage area of 160 acres and a maximum discharge of 78 cubic feet per second, Auffert plays a crucial role in managing water resources in the area.
Water resource and climate enthusiasts would find Auffert to be an intriguing structure due to its multi-purpose design and role in grade stabilization along TR-BRUSHY CREEK. With its modest storage capacity and surface area, the dam provides valuable water management functions while also offering opportunities for recreation and wildlife support. Despite its low hazard potential, the lack of recent condition assessments and inspection data may raise concerns about the long-term sustainability and safety of the dam, highlighting the importance of continued monitoring and risk management measures in the face of changing climate conditions.
Year Completed |
1995 |
Dam Length |
280 |
Dam Height |
34 |
River Or Stream |
TR-BRUSHY CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
4.3 |
Hydraulic Height |
32 |
Drainage Area |
160 |
Nid Storage |
23 |
Structural Height |
32 |
Outlet Gates |
None |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
34 |
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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.
Auffert