Moniteau Creek Ws Dam H- 24 Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 19, 2025
Moniteau Creek WS Dam H-24, located in Howard County, Missouri, is a vital structure designed by the USDA NRCS to serve as a flood risk reduction measure along the Hungry Mother River.
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Summary
Completed in 2003, this earth dam stands at a height of 28 feet and has a hydraulic height of 27 feet, with a structural height of 33 feet. With a storage capacity of 112 acre-feet and a normal storage of 27 acre-feet, the dam covers a surface area of 1 acre and has a drainage area of 51.2 square miles.
This low-hazard dam features an uncontrolled spillway with a width of 20 feet and outlet gates also categorized as uncontrolled. Despite being not rated for condition assessment, Moniteau Creek WS Dam H-24 is regularly inspected, with the last inspection conducted in November 2003. The risk assessment for this dam is moderate, emphasizing the importance of ongoing risk management measures. Overall, this dam plays a crucial role in protecting the surrounding area from flooding events, showcasing a commitment to water resource management in the region.
Operated by the local government and falling under the jurisdiction of the state of Missouri, Moniteau Creek WS Dam H-24 represents a collaborative effort to safeguard the community from potential water-related hazards. With its strategic location and purposeful design, this dam stands as a testament to the importance of proactive infrastructure development in mitigating the impacts of climate change and ensuring the sustainable management of water resources for future generations.
Year Completed |
2003 |
Dam Length |
375 |
Dam Height |
28 |
River Or Stream |
HUNGRY MOTHER |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
1 |
Hydraulic Height |
27 |
Drainage Area |
51.2 |
Nid Storage |
112 |
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.
Moniteau Creek Ws Dam H- 24