Kelley Lake Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 13, 2025

Kelley Lake Dam, located in Rochester, Missouri, was completed in 1960 and serves primarily for fire protection, stock, and as a small fish pond.


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Summary

This privately-owned earth dam spans a height of 26 feet and has a storage capacity of 70 acre-feet, with a normal storage level of 38 acre-feet. Situated on the TR-One Hundred and Two River in Andrew County, Missouri, the dam covers a surface area of 5 acres and drains a watershed of 190 acres.

Despite being classified as low hazard potential, Kelley Lake Dam has not undergone a recent condition assessment and is currently rated as "Not Rated". Although it is not regulated by the state and has no inspection or enforcement mechanisms in place, the dam still plays a crucial role in its local community. As a water resource and climate enthusiast, understanding the significance of dams like Kelley Lake in providing essential functions such as fire protection and recreation highlights the importance of maintaining and monitoring these structures for long-term sustainability and safety.

Year Completed

1960

Dam Height

26

River Or Stream

TR-ONE HUNDRED AND TWO RIVER

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

5

Drainage Area

190

Nid Storage

70

Structural Height

26

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

26
       
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Condition Assessment

Satisfactory
No 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

High
Dams 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.