Lake Viking Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 19, 2025
Lake Viking Dam, located in Daviess, Missouri, is a privately owned structure that serves as a vital water resource for the region.
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Summary
Built in 1967, this Earth dam stands at 85 feet high and spans 1500 feet in length, creating a reservoir with a storage capacity of 25,075 acre-feet. The dam primarily serves the purpose of recreation, offering a surface area of 590 acres for outdoor activities and water supply for the surrounding area.
Managed by the DAM AND RESERVOIR SAFETY PROGRAM in Missouri, Lake Viking Dam is subject to regular inspections and enforcement to ensure its safety and functionality. The dam has a high hazard potential due to its location on Big Creek, with a moderate risk assessment rating. Despite its age, the condition assessment in 2007 deemed it satisfactory, but it is important for the dam to undergo regular maintenance and monitoring to mitigate any potential risks.
With its picturesque setting and important role in providing water resources for the community, Lake Viking Dam stands as a significant landmark in the region. Enthusiasts of water resources and climate will appreciate the engineering feat behind this structure and the measures in place to ensure its continued safety and efficiency for years to come.
Year Completed |
1967 |
Dam Length |
1500 |
Dam Height |
85 |
River Or Stream |
BIG CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
590 |
Drainage Area |
9100 |
Nid Storage |
25075 |
Structural Height |
85 |
Outlet Gates |
None |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
85 |
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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 Viking Dam