Bill Gutshall Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 19, 2025

Bill Gutshall Dam, located in Grundy, Missouri, is a privately owned earth dam designed by the USDA NRCS in 1995 for grade stabilization on the TR-HONEY river.


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Summary

Standing at a height of 24 feet with a hydraulic height of 20 feet, the dam stretches 593 feet in length and has a storage capacity of 75 acre-feet. Despite being uncontrolled, the spillway width of 10 feet allows for a maximum discharge of 12 cubic feet per second, making it a crucial structure for managing water flow and preventing erosion in the area.

With a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment rating, Bill Gutshall Dam plays a significant role in mitigating potential risks and ensuring the safety of the surrounding community. Although not state-regulated or inspected, the dam serves its primary purpose of grade stabilization effectively. While the condition assessment is not rated, the dam's design and construction by the Natural Resources Conservation Service reflect a commitment to sustainable water resource management in the region. Enthusiasts of water resources and climate will find Bill Gutshall Dam to be an essential component of the local watershed, providing valuable protection against flooding and contributing to the overall environmental resilience of the area.

Year Completed

1995

Dam Length

593

Dam Height

24

River Or Stream

TR-HONEY

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

7.3

Hydraulic Height

20

Drainage Area

83.2

Nid Storage

75

Structural Height

26

Outlet Gates

None

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Soil

Nid Height

26
       
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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.