Krummen Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 6, 2025

Krummen Dam, located in Cole County, Missouri, is a privately owned structure designed by the USDA NRCS for grade stabilization purposes.


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Summary

Completed in 2009, this earth dam stands at a height of 24.1 feet and has a hydraulic height of 17 feet, with a total structural height of 32 feet. The dam serves multiple purposes including grade stabilization, recreation, and water supply, with a storage capacity of 58.24 acre-feet and a drainage area of 25.6 square miles.

With a spillway width of 12 feet and a maximum discharge of 50.82 cubic feet per second, Krummen Dam is classified as having a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment rating. Despite no official condition assessment, the dam is considered to be in good condition and has not been rated. The dam's location on the NEIGHORN BRANCH river provides essential water resource management for the area, contributing to flood control and water supply needs. Overall, Krummen Dam serves as a vital infrastructure for the community, ensuring the safety and well-being of residents while also offering recreational opportunities for visitors to enjoy.

Year Completed

2009

Dam Length

481

Dam Height

24.1

River Or Stream

NEIGHORN BRANCH

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

1

Hydraulic Height

17

Drainage Area

25.6

Nid Storage

58.24

Structural Height

32

Outlet Gates

Uncontrolled

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Rock, Soil

Nid Height

32
       
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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.