Hoover-Frankum Watershed Dam Lt-44 Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 14, 2025
Hoover-Frankum Watershed Dam Lt-44, located in Nodaway, Missouri, is a privately-owned earth dam designed by the USDA NRCS in 1975 for grade stabilization purposes along TR-Huff Creek.
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Summary
This dam stands at a height of 29 feet with a structural height of 30 feet and a length of 400 feet, providing a storage capacity of 26 acre-feet and covering a surface area of 3 acres. With a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment rating of 3, this dam serves as a crucial infrastructure for managing water resources in the region.
The dam features an uncontrolled spillway with a width of 24 feet and a maximum discharge capacity of 440 cubic feet per second to regulate water flow during heavy rainfall events. Despite not being regulated or inspected by the state authorities, this dam plays a key role in mitigating erosion and protecting downstream areas from potential flooding. With a focus on grade stabilization, the dam helps maintain the ecological balance of the surrounding watershed and supports sustainable water resource management practices.
While the dam's condition assessment is currently not rated and it lacks an emergency action plan, its risk management measures are in place to address potential hazards. With the support of the Natural Resources Conservation Service and private ownership, Hoover-Frankum Watershed Dam Lt-44 continues to contribute to the overall resilience of the local water infrastructure and highlights the importance of proactive measures in safeguarding against climate-related challenges.
Year Completed |
1975 |
Dam Length |
400 |
Dam Height |
29 |
River Or Stream |
TR-HUFF CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
3 |
Hydraulic Height |
29 |
Drainage Area |
83.2 |
Nid Storage |
26 |
Structural Height |
30 |
Outlet Gates |
None |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
30 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Nodaway River Near Burlington Jct
|
127cfs |
Nodaway River Near Graham
|
101cfs |
Tarkio River At Fairfax Mo
|
63cfs |
One Hundred And Two River At Maryville
|
16cfs |
Missouri River At Rulo
|
26000cfs |
Nodaway River At Clarinda
|
20cfs |
Dam Data Reference
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-44