Scotty's Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 13, 2025
Scotty's Lake Dam, located in Buchanan County, Missouri, was completed in 1959 and serves multiple purposes including fire protection, stock, and recreation.
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Summary
The earth dam, with a height of 25 feet, has a storage capacity of 80 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 6 acres. Despite its age, the dam has not been inspected since 1979, posing a high hazard potential due to its current condition being unrated.
While the dam is privately owned and not regulated by the state, its proximity to the TR-Missouri River underscores the importance of monitoring its safety and maintenance. With a high hazard potential, stakeholders and water resource enthusiasts should advocate for regular inspections and risk assessments to ensure the dam's structural integrity and prevent any potential hazards that may arise from its deteriorating condition. Additionally, given its multiple purposes and location, Scotty's Lake Dam serves as a crucial water resource for the local community and should be safeguarded for future generations to come.
Year Completed |
1959 |
Dam Height |
25 |
River Or Stream |
TR-MISSOURI RIVER |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
6 |
Drainage Area |
95 |
Nid Storage |
80 |
Structural Height |
25 |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
25 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Missouri River At St. Joseph
|
27600cfs |
Platte River Near Agency
|
77cfs |
Stranger C Nr Potter
|
199cfs |
Platte River At Sharps Station
|
80cfs |
Little Platte River At Smithville
|
13cfs |
Little Platte River Near Plattsburg
|
1cfs |
Dam Data Reference
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.
Scotty's Lake Dam