Moniteau Creek Ws Dam M- 93a Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 19, 2025

Moniteau Creek WS Dam M- 93a, located in Rochport, Missouri, was completed in 2006 by the USDA NRCS for the primary purpose of flood risk reduction along the Moniteau Creek.


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Summary

This earth dam stands at a height of 24 feet with a hydraulic height of 24 feet and a structural height of 26 feet, stretching 380 feet in length. With a storage capacity of 77 acre-feet, the dam serves to protect a drainage area of 160 square miles, with a maximum discharge rate of 197 cubic feet per second.

Despite its low hazard potential, the dam has a moderate risk assessment rating of 3, indicating a need for ongoing risk management measures. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway with a width of 30 feet and outlet gates that are also uncontrolled. While the condition assessment is currently listed as "Not Rated," the dam is under the ownership of the local government and is not regulated or inspected by the state. As water resource and climate enthusiasts, understanding the design and function of Moniteau Creek WS Dam M- 93a provides insight into the vital role of infrastructure in managing flood risks and protecting communities in Missouri's Randolph County.

Year Completed

2006

Dam Length

380

Dam Height

24

River Or Stream

MONITEAU CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

4

Hydraulic Height

24

Drainage Area

160

Nid Storage

77

Structural Height

26

Outlet Gates

Uncontrolled

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.