Virginia Holding Corp South Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 14, 2025
Virginia Holding Corp South Lake Dam is a privately owned structure located in Pleasant Valley, Missouri.
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Summary
Built in 1950, this earth dam stands at a height of 25 feet and serves primarily for recreational purposes. With a storage capacity of 54 acre-feet and a normal storage of 29 acre-feet, the dam spans a surface area of 4 acres and drains an area of 55 square miles.
Despite being classified as having a low hazard potential, the condition of Virginia Holding Corp South Lake Dam is currently not rated. It has not undergone recent inspections, and emergency action plans are not in place. The dam does not fall under state jurisdiction and is not regulated or permitted by any state agency. The surrounding area is not at risk of inundation, and there are no specific risk management measures in place.
Although Virginia Holding Corp South Lake Dam may not be under active regulatory oversight, its presence as a recreational structure highlights the importance of maintaining dam safety standards. With the potential for increased risk due to climate change and extreme weather events, it is crucial for private dam owners to prioritize regular inspections, emergency preparedness, and risk management to ensure the safety of both the dam and the surrounding community.
Year Completed |
1950 |
Dam Height |
25 |
River Or Stream |
TR TO SHOAL CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
4 |
Drainage Area |
55 |
Nid Storage |
54 |
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.
Virginia Holding Corp South Lake Dam