Wiseman Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 15, 2025
Wiseman Lake Dam, located in Shelby, Missouri, was completed in 1965 and serves as a recreational spot for water and climate enthusiasts.
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Summary
The dam, owned privately, stands at a height of 25 feet and has a storage capacity of 134 acre-feet. Its primary purpose is for recreation, with a normal storage capacity of 73 acre-feet and a surface area of 10 acres. The dam is classified as an Earth dam with a buttress core type and is designated as having a low hazard potential.
Despite not being regulated or inspected by the state, Wiseman Lake Dam remains an integral part of the local landscape, providing opportunities for outdoor activities such as fishing and boating. The dam overlooks the TR TO TIGER FORK stream and is within proximity to the city of Warren. Even though the dam's condition is currently not rated, its historical significance and low hazard potential make it a popular destination for water resource and climate enthusiasts in the region.
Year Completed |
1965 |
Dam Height |
25 |
River Or Stream |
TR TO TIGER FORK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
10 |
Drainage Area |
70 |
Nid Storage |
134 |
Structural Height |
25 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
25 |
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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.
Wiseman Lake Dam