Blackford Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 13, 2025
Blackford Lake Dam, located in Pickering, Missouri, is a private earth dam that serves a variety of purposes, including providing water storage and flood control for the TR-West Fork 102 River.
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Summary
With a structural height of 25 feet and a storage capacity of 94 acre-feet, the dam plays a crucial role in managing water resources in the area. Despite its low hazard potential, the dam's condition assessment is currently listed as "Not Rated", reflecting the need for further evaluation and maintenance.
Owned and operated by a private entity, Blackford Lake Dam is not subject to state regulation or inspection. The dam's primary source agency is the state of Missouri, situated within the Kansas City District of the US Army Corps of Engineers. With a normal storage capacity of 58 acre-feet and a drainage area of 150 square miles, the dam's impact on the surrounding ecosystem and water supply is significant, making it a focal point for water resource and climate enthusiasts.
Although the dam's last inspection date and condition assessment date are unspecified, the importance of Blackford Lake Dam in water management cannot be understated. With its strategic location and role in controlling water flow in the TR-West Fork 102 River, the dam stands as a key component of the region's infrastructure. As efforts to address climate change and enhance water security continue, Blackford Lake Dam remains a critical asset for sustainable resource management in Missouri.
Dam Height |
25 |
River Or Stream |
TR-WEST FK 102 RIVER |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
7 |
Drainage Area |
150 |
Nid Storage |
94 |
Structural Height |
25 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
25 |
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Condition Assessment
SatisfactoryNo 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
HighDams 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.
Blackford Lake Dam