Water Resources Center

Dam and Reservoir Safety

One of the missions of the Water Resources Center is to ensure that dams in the state are constructed, maintained and operated in a safe manner. This is accomplished by regulation of all non-agricultural, non-federal dams more than 35 feet in height and by providing technical assistance and informational resources to all dam owners.

• Emergency Action Planning
• Dams of Missouri
• Frequently Asked Questions
• Request Information (Online Form)

Construction and Registration Permit Information

• Steps to Obtaining a Construction Permit
• Checklists for Permit Creation and Renewals
• Permit Applications and Certification Forms
• How to Measure the Height of a Dam
• Other Certifications and Permits Needed for New Dams

Dam and Reservoir Safety Council

• Dam and Reservoir Safety Council Information
• Association of State Dam Safety Officials (ASDSO)

Missouri Statutes and Regulations

• Dam and Reservoir Safety Law
• Dam and Reservoir Safety Council Rules and Regulations
• Background for Dam Safety Legislation in Missouri

Forms and General Information

• Publications and Audiovisual Aids
• Forms
• Services