Eisele Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Robinson Lake Dam Mononame 572
Last Updated: December 19, 2025
Eisele Lake Dam, located in Hutchinson, Missouri, was completed in 1974 and serves primarily for irrigation purposes.
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Summary
This private-owned Earth dam stands at a height of 12 feet and has a storage capacity of 116 acre-feet. With a hazard potential rated as high, the dam's condition is currently not rated, highlighting the need for further assessment and potential risk management measures.
Situated on TR-Bear Branch in Ralls County, Missouri, Eisele Lake Dam poses a potential risk to the surrounding area in the event of a failure due to its high hazard potential. Despite being non-federally regulated and inspected, the dam serves as a crucial water resource for irrigation purposes in the region, supporting agricultural activities in the area. Climate enthusiasts and water resource managers may find interest in studying the dam's design and structural components to assess its resilience to changing climate conditions and potential risks associated with extreme weather events.
With a limited history of inspections and assessments, Eisele Lake Dam presents an opportunity for further research and evaluation to ensure its safety and reliability in the face of climate change impacts. Collaboration between private owners, state agencies, and water resource stakeholders may be necessary to develop and implement risk management measures, emergency action plans, and mitigation strategies to safeguard the dam and surrounding communities from potential disasters. As water resources continue to be affected by climate variability, the resilience and sustainability of infrastructure such as Eisele Lake Dam become increasingly critical for ensuring water security and environmental protection in the region.
Year Completed |
1974 |
Dam Height |
12 |
River Or Stream |
TR-BEAR BRANCH |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
18 |
Drainage Area |
260 |
Nid Storage |
116 |
Structural Height |
12 |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
12 |
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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.
Eisele Lake Dam