Boys And Girls Town Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Boys and Girls Town Dam, also known as Boys Town Dam, is a private dam located in Crawford County, Missouri, along the Meramec River.


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Summary

Built in 2009 by the USDA NRCS, this earth dam stands at a height of 33 feet and has a maximum storage capacity of 54.17 acre-feet. The dam serves multiple purposes including fish and wildlife pond management, grade stabilization, recreation, and water supply for the surrounding area.

With a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment rating, Boys and Girls Town Dam is not regulated or inspected by the state of Missouri. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway with a width of 10 feet and is primarily constructed with stone core types and rock and soil foundations. Although the dam has not been rated for condition assessment, it plays a crucial role in supporting the local ecosystem and providing recreational opportunities for the community.

Situated in a picturesque location in St. Louis, Boys and Girls Town Dam offers a surface area of 2.3 acres and a drainage area of 25.6 square miles. While the dam has not undergone any modifications since its completion, it continues to be a vital resource for maintaining water quality, supporting wildlife habitats, and enhancing the overall environmental health of the Meramec River watershed.

Year Completed

2009

Dam Length

900

Dam Height

33

River Or Stream

MERAMEC

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

2.3

Hydraulic Height

30

Drainage Area

25.6

Nid Storage

54.17

Structural Height

43

Outlet Gates

Uncontrolled

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Rock, Soil

Nid Height

43
       
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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.