Falconer Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 24, 2025

Falconer Dam, located in Linn, Missouri, is a private earth dam completed in 1999 by the USDA NRCS.


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Summary

The dam serves multiple purposes including fire protection and providing a small fish pond for stock. With a height of 30 feet and a hydraulic height of 29 feet, Falconer Dam has a maximum storage capacity of 37 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 5 acres. The dam is situated on TR-Kemper Branch and falls under the jurisdiction of the Rock Island District of the US Army Corps of Engineers.

Despite its low hazard potential, Falconer Dam poses a moderate risk due to its design and location. The dam has an uncontrolled spillway with a width of 10 feet and a maximum discharge of 9.6 cubic feet per second. It has not been rated for condition assessment, and the last inspection took place in November 1999. While no emergency action plan (EAP) has been prepared, the dam meets regulatory guidelines and has not experienced any major modifications since its completion.

For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Falconer Dam presents an interesting case study in private dam ownership and management. With its primary purpose of fire protection and stock pond creation, the dam represents a unique blend of agricultural and environmental considerations. The risk assessment of Falconer Dam underscores the importance of regular inspections and maintenance to ensure the safety and integrity of water infrastructure in the face of changing climatic conditions and potential emergencies.

Year Completed

1999

Dam Length

400

Dam Height

30

River Or Stream

TR-KEMPER BRANCH

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

5

Hydraulic Height

29

Drainage Area

140.8

Nid Storage

37

Structural Height

33

Outlet Gates

None

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Soil

Nid Height

33
       
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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.