Yagel Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 24, 2025

Yagel Dam, located on the Long Branch river in Missouri, serves as a private-owned structure primarily used for grade stabilization.


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Summary

Built in 1996, this earth dam with a stone core stands at a height of 26.2 feet and has a maximum storage capacity of 33 acre-feet. With a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment rating, Yagel Dam plays a crucial role in managing water resources in the area.

Despite being unregulated by the state and having no associated structures, Yagel Dam is essential for controlling the flow of water on the Long Branch river. Its uncontrolled spillway and lack of outlet gates make it a unique engineering structure with a specific focus on grade stabilization. Its location in LINNEUS, Linn County, Missouri, makes it an important asset for water resource and climate enthusiasts to study and appreciate.

Overall, Yagel Dam stands as a testament to human ingenuity in managing water resources and mitigating potential risks in the face of natural disasters. With its solid construction and strategic placement, it serves as a valuable infrastructure for the local community and highlights the importance of sustainable water management practices in the region.

Year Completed

1996

Dam Length

335

Dam Height

26.2

River Or Stream

LONG BRANCH

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

15

Hydraulic Height

23

Drainage Area

225

Nid Storage

33

Structural Height

21

Outlet Gates

None

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Soil

Nid Height

26
       
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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.