Par Electric Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 11, 2025

Par Electric is a private grade stabilization dam located in Cainsville, Missouri, along Brush Creek.


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Summary

Completed in 1996, this earth dam stands at a height of 30 feet and has a hydraulic height of 27 feet. With a storage capacity of 18 acre-feet and a drainage area of 330 square miles, Par Electric serves the purpose of grade stabilization in the area.

Despite its low hazard potential and moderate risk assessment, Par Electric has not been rated for its condition assessment. With a spillway width of 10 feet and no outlet gates, this dam is designed to handle a maximum discharge of 6 cubic feet per second. While it is not regulated by the state, Par Electric plays a crucial role in managing water resources in Mercer County, Missouri, and serves as a key infrastructure for climate resilience in the region.

As water resource and climate enthusiasts, the unique characteristics of Par Electric make it a fascinating structure to study. Its location, design features, and operational capacity all contribute to its importance in the local watershed. Understanding the role of dams like Par Electric in water management and climate adaptation efforts is essential for ensuring the sustainability of our natural resources in the face of changing environmental conditions.

Year Completed

1996

Dam Length

325

Dam Height

30

River Or Stream

BRUSH CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

4

Hydraulic Height

27

Drainage Area

330

Nid Storage

18

Structural Height

27

Outlet Gates

None

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Soil

Nid Height

30
       
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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.