Lake Lincoln Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 17, 2025
Lake Lincoln Dam in Lincoln, Missouri, is a state-regulated structure that serves as a vital water resource for the region.
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Summary
Built in 1965, this Earth dam stands at a height of 69 feet and has a storage capacity of 1233 acre-feet, providing essential water for recreation purposes. The dam is located on Dry Branch Sugar Creek, with a drainage area of 980 acres, and a surface area of 48 acres.
Managed by the DAM AND RESERVOIR SAFETY PROG, Lake Lincoln Dam has a spillway width of 126 feet and a maximum discharge of 4776 cubic feet per second. The dam's hazard potential is classified as high, but its condition assessment from 2007 remains satisfactory. Despite its moderate risk assessment, the dam has been inspected regularly, with the last inspection conducted in January 2017. Lake Lincoln Dam stands as a crucial structure for water resource management and climate resilience in the area.
Year Completed |
1965 |
Dam Length |
535 |
Dam Height |
69 |
River Or Stream |
DRY BRANCH SUGAR CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
48 |
Drainage Area |
980 |
Nid Storage |
1233 |
Structural Height |
69 |
Outlet Gates |
None |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Foundations |
Rock |
Nid Height |
69 |
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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.
Lake Lincoln Dam