Joe Godi Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Taylor Lake Dam James Lake Dam
Last Updated: December 7, 2025
Joe Godi Dam, located in Edina, Missouri, along the TR-S.
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Summary
Fork South Fabius River, was completed in 2001 by the USDA NRCS. This private earth dam stands at a height of 27 feet and serves primarily for fire protection, stock, or small fish pond purposes. With a normal storage capacity of 22 acre-feet and a maximum storage of 29 acre-feet, the dam covers a surface area of 2 acres and drains a 19.2 square mile watershed.
The dam features an uncontrolled spillway with a width of 10 feet and an outlet gate system. Despite its low hazard potential and moderate risk assessment, the dam's condition remains unrated. The structure has not been inspected since its completion in 2001, with no established inspection frequency. With no emergency action plan in place and limited risk management measures identified, there is room for improvement in ensuring the safety and resilience of Joe Godi Dam in the face of potential climate and water resource challenges.
As an essential part of the local infrastructure, Joe Godi Dam plays a critical role in serving the community's needs for water storage and fire protection. With its proximity to a major river system and the risk of extreme weather events, further attention to maintenance, inspection, and emergency preparedness is crucial to safeguarding the dam's functionality and minimizing any potential environmental impacts. Collaborative efforts involving the private owner, regulatory agencies, and local stakeholders are necessary to ensure the long-term sustainability of this vital water resource infrastructure.
Year Completed |
2001 |
Dam Length |
300 |
Dam Height |
27 |
River Or Stream |
TR-S. FORK SOUTH FABIUS RIVER |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
2 |
Hydraulic Height |
26 |
Drainage Area |
19.2 |
Nid Storage |
29 |
Structural Height |
33 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
33 |
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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.
Joe Godi Dam