Diane Lake Dam (Dry) Reservoir Report
Nearby: Fairchild Dam Blackmore Lake Dam
Last Updated: December 16, 2025
Diane Lake Dam (Dry) in Audrain County, Missouri, is a private earth dam completed in 1967 with a primary purpose of fire protection, stock, or a small fish pond.
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Summary
The dam has a structural height of 20 feet and a storage capacity of 96 acre-feet, serving a drainage area of 1030 acres. Despite its low hazard potential, the dam is not regulated or inspected by the state, and its condition has not been rated.
Located on TR-Bean Branch-Littleby Creek, Diane Lake Dam (Dry) provides recreational opportunities while also serving practical functions. With a surface area of 9 acres, the dam offers a serene setting for fishing, wildlife observation, and possibly small-scale irrigation. However, the lack of regular inspections and maintenance raises concerns about the long-term safety and stability of the structure, especially given its age.
As water resource and climate enthusiasts, it is crucial to monitor and advocate for the proper maintenance and regulation of dams like Diane Lake Dam (Dry) to ensure their continued effectiveness and safety for the surrounding community. By staying informed and actively engaging in discussions about dam safety and water resource management, enthusiasts can help protect these vital structures and the ecosystems they support.
Year Completed |
1967 |
Dam Height |
20 |
River Or Stream |
TR-BEAN BR-LITTLEBY CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
9 |
Drainage Area |
1030 |
Nid Storage |
96 |
Structural Height |
20 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
20 |
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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.
Diane Lake Dam (Dry)