Moniteau Creek Ws Dam H- 18 Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 19, 2025
Moniteau Creek WS Dam H- 18, located in Howard County, Missouri, was completed in 2002 by the USDA NRCS for the primary purpose of flood risk reduction along the TR-Hungry Mother Creek.
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Summary
This earth dam stands at a height of 23 feet with a hydraulic height of 21 feet and a structural height of 28 feet, providing a storage capacity of 104 acre-feet. With a drainage area of 115.2 square miles, the dam serves to mitigate potential flooding and protect surrounding areas from water damage.
The dam features an uncontrolled spillway with a width of 20 feet, ensuring proper discharge during high water events. Despite its low hazard potential, the dam is not currently rated for condition assessment and is inspected annually. The risk assessment for Moniteau Creek WS Dam H- 18 categorizes it as moderate, indicating a need for ongoing monitoring and potential risk management measures. Owned by the local government and designed by the USDA NRCS, this dam plays a crucial role in water resource management and climate resilience in the region.
Overall, Moniteau Creek WS Dam H- 18 serves as a vital infrastructure for flood control and risk reduction in Howard County, Missouri. Its strategic location, design features, and operational capacity highlight the importance of sustainable water resource management in a changing climate. As enthusiasts in water resources and climate resilience, monitoring and supporting the upkeep of structures like Moniteau Creek WS Dam H- 18 is essential for safeguarding communities and ecosystems against the threats of extreme weather events and water-related disasters.
Year Completed |
2002 |
Dam Length |
520 |
Dam Height |
23 |
River Or Stream |
TR-HUNGRY MOTHER CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
1 |
Hydraulic Height |
21 |
Drainage Area |
115.2 |
Nid Storage |
104 |
Structural Height |
28 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
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.
Moniteau Creek Ws Dam H- 18