Moniteau Creek Ws Dam M- 44 Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 19, 2025
Moniteau Creek WS Dam M-44, located in Howard County, Missouri, was completed in 2004 by the USDA NRCS and serves as a crucial infrastructure for flood risk reduction along the Moniteau Creek.
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Summary
This earth-type dam stands at a height of 26 feet with a structural height of 34 feet and a length of 600 feet, providing a maximum storage capacity of 158 acre-feet. Despite its low hazard potential and moderate risk assessment, the dam is currently not rated for its condition and has not been inspected since November 2004.
The dam's primary purpose is flood risk reduction, and it features an uncontrolled spillway with a width of 30 feet. With a drainage area of 332 square miles and a normal storage capacity of 40.8 acre-feet, this dam plays a crucial role in managing water resources in the region. Although it is not regulated by the state and does not have a designated inspection or enforcement agency, the dam's strategic location in Rocheport underscores its importance in mitigating flood risks for the surrounding community.
As a part of the St. Louis District, Moniteau Creek WS Dam M-44 remains a significant structure designed to protect against flooding events along the Moniteau Creek. With its stone core and soil foundation, this dam showcases the collaborative efforts of the Natural Resources Conservation Service to ensure the safety and resilience of the local water infrastructure. Despite its age and lack of recent assessments, the dam continues to serve its purpose effectively, highlighting the importance of proactive monitoring and maintenance for water resource and climate enthusiasts in the area.
Year Completed |
2004 |
Dam Length |
600 |
Dam Height |
26 |
River Or Stream |
MONITEAU CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
4 |
Hydraulic Height |
26 |
Drainage Area |
332 |
Nid Storage |
158 |
Structural Height |
34 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
34 |
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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 M- 44