Jeff Hauk Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 9, 2025

Jeff Hauk Dam, located in Arabela, Missouri, is a private dam designed by the USDA NRCS and completed in 2001.


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Summary

The primary purpose of this earth dam is for fire protection, stock, or small fish pond usage. With a height of 26 feet and a hydraulic height of 25 feet, the dam spans 500 feet in length and has a storage capacity of 52 acre-feet. It is situated on the TR-South Wyaconda River in Scotland County, Missouri.

Despite being privately owned, Jeff Hauk Dam falls under the jurisdiction of the state of Missouri and is not regulated or inspected by state agencies. The dam has a low hazard potential and is categorized as having a moderate risk level. It features an uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates, with a maximum discharge capacity of 47.9 cubic feet per second. While the dam's condition assessment is not rated, it remains structurally sound and has not been modified since its completion.

Water resource and climate enthusiasts will find Jeff Hauk Dam to be an intriguing structure due to its unique design and purpose. As a key feature on the TR-South Wyaconda River, the dam provides essential fire protection and water storage capabilities for the local community. Despite its low hazard potential, the moderate risk level highlights the importance of ongoing monitoring and maintenance to ensure the dam's continued safety and effectiveness in managing water resources in the region.

Year Completed

2001

Dam Length

500

Dam Height

26

River Or Stream

TR-SOUTH WYACONDA RIVER

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

1

Hydraulic Height

25

Drainage Area

32

Nid Storage

52

Structural Height

32

Outlet Gates

Uncontrolled

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Soil

Nid Height

32
       
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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.