Moniteau Creek Ws Dam M- 33 Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 19, 2025
Moniteau Creek WS Dam M- 33, located in Howard County, Missouri, is a key structure designed by USDA NRCS for flood risk reduction along the Moniteau Creek.
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Summary
Completed in 1998, this earth dam stands at a height of 24 feet with a structural height of 28 feet and a length of 680 feet. With a storage capacity of 102 acre-feet, the dam serves to mitigate potential flooding in the area, particularly during periods of high discharge.
Despite being classified as a low hazard potential structure, Moniteau Creek WS Dam M- 33 plays a crucial role in managing the flow of the Moniteau Creek and protecting the surrounding community. The dam, with a spillway width of 20 feet, helps regulate water levels and reduce the risk of flooding in the region. However, the condition of the dam has not been rated, and the last inspection took place in October 1999, indicating the need for ongoing monitoring and maintenance to ensure its continued effectiveness in flood risk reduction.
With a drainage area of 428.8 square miles and a moderate risk assessment score of 3, Moniteau Creek WS Dam M- 33 remains an essential infrastructure for water resource management in the region. While the structure has not undergone recent modifications or assessments, its role in flood risk reduction and water flow regulation underscores the importance of continued oversight and maintenance to safeguard the community and surrounding areas from potential water-related hazards.
Year Completed |
1998 |
Dam Length |
680 |
Dam Height |
24 |
River Or Stream |
TR-MONITEAU CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
1 |
Hydraulic Height |
23 |
Drainage Area |
428.8 |
Nid Storage |
102 |
Structural Height |
28 |
Outlet Gates |
None |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
28 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Moniteau Creek Near Fayette
|
1cfs |
Missouri River At Boonville
|
29900cfs |
Missouri River At Glasgow
|
28400cfs |
Hinkson Creek At Columbia
|
3cfs |
East Fork Little Chariton R. Nr Huntsville
|
7cfs |
Chariton River Near Prairie Hill
|
106cfs |
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.
Moniteau Creek Ws Dam M- 33