Jerry Davis Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 6, 2025

Jerry Davis is a private fish and wildlife pond located in Cape Girardeau, Missouri, near the Mississippi River.


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Summary

Built in 1996, this dam stands at 29 feet high with a storage capacity of 92 acre-feet. It serves multiple purposes including grade stabilization and recreation, covering a surface area of 3 acres and draining a 51.2 square mile watershed.

Managed by the St. Louis District of the US Army Corps of Engineers, Jerry Davis has a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment rating of 3. With an uncontrolled spillway and no outlet gates, this earth dam is primarily constructed with stone core types and soil foundations. Despite not having a condition assessment rating, the dam has not been deemed as a high-risk structure and meets regulatory guidelines.

For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Jerry Davis provides a unique opportunity to study the intersection of human infrastructure and natural ecosystems. With its focus on fish and wildlife conservation, the dam serves as a valuable resource for habitat protection and recreational activities in the region. Its location near the Mississippi River and Tr-Sisun Creek presents a fascinating case study for understanding the impact of dams on water management and ecological sustainability in Missouri.

Year Completed

1996

Dam Length

530

Dam Height

29

River Or Stream

TR-SISUN CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

3

Hydraulic Height

28

Drainage Area

51.2

Nid Storage

92

Structural Height

28

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.