Morris W L Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Kohl Lake Dam-East Kohl Lake Dam-West
Last Updated: December 18, 2025
Located in Pike, Missouri, the Morris W L Dam is a privately owned structure primarily used for recreation and water supply purposes.
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Summary
Completed in 1963, this earth dam stands at a height of 25 feet and has a storage capacity of 40 acre-feet. The dam is situated on the TR-SHADY CREEK river and covers a surface area of 3 acres, serving a drainage area of 90 square miles.
Despite being privately owned, the Morris W L Dam has a high hazard potential and is currently rated as "Not Rated" in terms of condition assessment. The dam has not been inspected recently, highlighting the need for increased monitoring and maintenance. While the dam does not fall under state regulation or permitting, its strategic location and purpose make it a vital resource for both the local community and the surrounding area. Enthusiasts of water resources and climate will find the Morris W L Dam an intriguing structure to study and monitor for potential environmental impacts and hazards.
Year Completed |
1963 |
Dam Height |
25 |
River Or Stream |
TR-SHADY CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
3 |
Drainage Area |
90 |
Nid Storage |
40 |
Structural Height |
25 |
Hazard Potential |
High |
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.
Morris W L Dam