Bozarth Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Comley Dam Gronemeir Dam
Last Updated: December 9, 2025
Bozarth Dam, located in Deer Ridge, Missouri, along the TR-Middle Fabius River, is a privately-owned structure primarily used for grade stabilization.
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Summary
Completed in 1996, this earth dam stands at a height of 27.6 feet and has a hydraulic height of 23 feet, serving a vital purpose in managing the water flow and enhancing the surrounding ecosystem. With a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment rating, this dam plays a crucial role in mitigating risks and ensuring the safety of the community.
The dam has a maximum storage capacity of 29 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 4.3 acres, with a drainage area of 121.6 square miles. Boasting an uncontrolled spillway type, the dam has a spillway width of 10 feet and can discharge up to 20 cubic feet per second. Although the structure has not been inspected recently, its condition is reported as "not rated," indicating the need for further assessment to ensure its long-term functionality and safety.
Managed by the Rock Island District of the US Army Corps of Engineers, Bozarth Dam stands as a crucial infrastructure for water resource management in Lewis County, Missouri. Its strategic location and design highlight the importance of sustainable water management practices and the role of private entities in maintaining the region's water security.
Year Completed |
1996 |
Dam Length |
205 |
Dam Height |
27.6 |
River Or Stream |
TR-MIDDLE FABIUS RIVER |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
4.3 |
Hydraulic Height |
23 |
Drainage Area |
121.6 |
Nid Storage |
29 |
Structural Height |
25 |
Outlet Gates |
None |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
28 |
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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.
Bozarth Dam