David Baker Reservoir Report
Nearby: Larry Summers Pelzer Lake Dam
Last Updated: January 7, 2026
David Baker, a privately owned earth dam located in Cainsville, Missouri, was designed by the USDA NRCS and completed in 1999 for the primary purpose of grade stabilization along the TR-BRUSH river or stream.
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Summary
With a height of 28 feet and a length of 412 feet, David Baker has a storage capacity of 29 acre-feet and serves a drainage area of 128 acres. The dam is classified as low hazard potential with a moderate risk assessment rating of 3.
Managed by the Natural Resources Conservation Service, David Baker features an uncontrolled spillway with a width of 10 feet and no outlet gates. Despite its completion over two decades ago, the dam has not been rated for condition assessment and has not undergone recent inspections. It is not regulated or permitted by the state, with no enforcement or inspection activities reported. The dam is situated in Harrison County and falls under the jurisdiction of the Rock Island District.
While David Baker currently poses a low hazard potential, its moderate risk assessment indicates the need for ongoing monitoring and maintenance to ensure its structural integrity and functionality. Its location in a rural area with a relatively small surface area of 4 acres highlights the importance of proper risk management measures and emergency preparedness. For water resource and climate enthusiasts, understanding the significance of dams like David Baker in mitigating erosion and stabilizing grades showcases the intersection of infrastructure and environmental conservation in managing water resources.
Year Completed |
1999 |
Dam Length |
412 |
Dam Height |
28 |
River Or Stream |
TR-BRUSH |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
4 |
Hydraulic Height |
22 |
Drainage Area |
128 |
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.
David Baker