Reed Area No 3

TR BIG CREEK· Jackson, Missouri· Built 1958· Earth· 34 ft tall

High Hazard Other Recreation State Government

Key Takeaway

Reed Area No 3 is classified as high hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1958 and is 68 years old. Its primary use is other. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Height	34 ft (taller than 82.3% in MO)
Dam Type	Earth
Max Storage	418 acre-ft
Normal Storage	140 acre-ft

Surface Area	23 acres
Drainage Area	225 sq mi
Year Completed	1958 (68 years old)
NID ID	MO20032

Safety Information

High Hazard

Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: No

Last Inspection: August 18, 1978

State Regulated: No

Ownership

MO DEPT OF CONSERVATION

State Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Reed Area No 3?

Reed Area No 3 is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Reed Area No 3?

Reed Area No 3 is owned by MO DEPT OF CONSERVATION (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Reed Area No 3 built?

Reed Area No 3 was completed in 1958, making it 68 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.

What is the primary purpose of Reed Area No 3?

Reed Area No 3 serves the following purposes: Other, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Reed Area No 3?

Reed Area No 3 has a dam height of 34 ft. Dam height is measured from the natural streambed at the downstream toe to the top of the dam, and may differ from the visible height.

When was Reed Area No 3 last inspected?

Reed Area No 3 was last inspected on August 18, 1978. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.