Moniteau Creek Ws Dam M- 37 Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 19, 2025
Moniteau Creek WS Dam M- 37, located in Howard County, Missouri, was completed in 2005 with the primary purpose of flood risk reduction.
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Summary
Owned by the local government, this earth dam stands at a height of 31 feet and has a hydraulic height of 31 feet. With a normal storage capacity of 42.2 acre-feet and a maximum storage of 109.9 acre-feet, the dam serves to protect the surrounding area from potential flooding events.
Managed by the USDA NRCS, this dam on the Moniteau River is categorized as having a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment. With a spillway width of 40 feet and uncontrolled spillway type, the dam plays a crucial role in managing water flow and reducing the risk of flooding in the region. Despite not being state regulated, the dam's design and construction reflect modern standards for safety and efficiency, ensuring its effectiveness in flood risk mitigation for the community of Rocheport.
With no associated structures and a condition assessment marked as "Not Rated," Moniteau Creek WS Dam M- 37 continues to serve as a vital infrastructure for water resource management in the area. While not under the jurisdiction of state regulatory agencies, the dam's presence and functionality contribute to the overall resilience of the local ecosystem against the impacts of extreme weather events, making it a key asset for water resource and climate enthusiasts in the region.
Year Completed |
2005 |
Dam Length |
530 |
Dam Height |
31 |
River Or Stream |
MONITEAU |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
1 |
Hydraulic Height |
31 |
Drainage Area |
85 |
Nid Storage |
109.9 |
Structural Height |
36 |
Outlet Gates |
None |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
36 |
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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- 37