Strong Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Schultz Lake Dam Hamm Farms Lake Dam
Last Updated: December 7, 2025
Strong Dam, located in Colony, Missouri, along the Middle Fabius River, stands as a testament to effective water resource management and climate resilience.
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Summary
Built in 1999 by the USDA NRCS, this privately owned Earth dam serves multiple purposes, including fire protection and stock or small fish pond maintenance. With a height of 24 feet and a length of 360 feet, Strong Dam has a storage capacity of 91 acre-feet, providing a vital resource for the surrounding area.
Despite its low hazard potential, Strong Dam plays a crucial role in mitigating the risk of flooding and ensuring water availability for the local community. The dam, constructed with a stone core and sitting on a soil foundation, features an uncontrolled spillway with a width of 14 feet. The structure has not been rated for condition assessment yet, but its moderate risk level (3 out of 5) underscores the importance of regular inspection and maintenance to uphold its functionality and safety.
Managed by the Natural Resources Conservation Service, Strong Dam exemplifies the collaborative efforts between private owners and government agencies in safeguarding water resources. With its strategic location and design, this dam serves as a vital asset in water management, highlighting the intersection of infrastructure development, environmental stewardship, and climate adaptation in the face of changing weather patterns and increasing water demands.
Year Completed |
1999 |
Dam Length |
360 |
Dam Height |
24 |
River Or Stream |
TR-MIDDLE FABIUS RIVER |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
4 |
Hydraulic Height |
22 |
Drainage Area |
85 |
Nid Storage |
91 |
Structural Height |
29 |
Outlet Gates |
None |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
29 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Fox River At Wayland
|
8cfs |
Wyaconda River Above Canton
|
13cfs |
Des Moines River At St. Francisville
|
1620cfs |
Des Moines River At Keosauqua
|
1800cfs |
Salt River At Hagers Grove
|
8cfs |
Chariton River At Novinger
|
86cfs |
Dam Data Reference
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.
Strong Dam