Vandalia Community Lake Dam Reservoir Report
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Last Updated: December 18, 2025
Vandalia Community Lake Dam, located in Audrain County, Missouri, was completed in 1956 for recreational purposes.
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Summary
The dam, with a height of 21 feet, stores a maximum of 427 acre-feet of water and covers a surface area of 38 acres. It is situated on the Hickory Creek and is owned by the state of Missouri.
Despite its recreational significance, the dam has a high hazard potential and has not been assessed for its current condition. It is not regulated or inspected by the state, which raises concerns about its safety and maintenance. Emergency action plans and risk assessments are also lacking, further highlighting the need for improved management and oversight of the dam.
Water resource and climate enthusiasts interested in Vandalia Community Lake Dam may find its historical significance and potential risks intriguing. The lack of regulatory enforcement and maintenance assessments present challenges for ensuring the safety and sustainability of this recreational water source. Addressing these issues and implementing proper risk management measures will be crucial in safeguarding the dam and its surrounding environment for future generations.
Year Completed |
1956 |
Dam Height |
21 |
River Or Stream |
TR-HICKORY CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
38 |
Drainage Area |
503 |
Nid Storage |
427 |
Structural Height |
21 |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
21 |
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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.
Vandalia Community Lake Dam