Shives Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 6, 2025

Shives Dam, located in Rutledge, Missouri, is a privately owned structure primarily designed for grade stabilization along the TR-Brushy Creek.


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Summary

Built in 2004 by the USDA NRCS, this earth dam stands at a height of 28 feet and spans a length of 407 feet, with a storage capacity of 49.9 acre-feet. Despite its relatively low hazard potential and moderate risk assessment, the dam is currently not rated for its condition and has not undergone recent inspections.

The dam features an uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates, with a stone core and soil foundation. Its purpose is to stabilize grading in the area and provide protection against potential flooding events. While it is not regulated by the state and does not require permitting, inspection, or enforcement, the dam serves as an important infrastructure for managing water resources and climate control in Schuyler County.

Overall, Shives Dam is a vital structure in the local water management system, contributing to the protection of surrounding areas from potential hazards. With its low hazard potential and moderate risk assessment, the dam plays a crucial role in maintaining the ecological balance and safeguarding the community against adverse weather conditions. Understanding the design and purpose of Shives Dam is essential for water resource and climate enthusiasts interested in the management of such infrastructure.

Year Completed

2004

Dam Length

407

Dam Height

28

River Or Stream

TR-BRUSHY CREEL

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

2

Hydraulic Height

26

Drainage Area

173

Nid Storage

49.9

Structural Height

33

Outlet Gates

Uncontrolled

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Soil

Nid Height

33
       
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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.