Cedar Lake Dam-Sec 23 Reservoir Report
Nearby: Rapp Lake Dam Smarr Lake Dam
Last Updated: December 19, 2025
Cedar Lake Dam-Sec 23, located in Mcbaine, Boone County, Missouri, is a privately owned earth dam completed in 1971 for recreational purposes.
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Summary
With a height of 30 feet and a storage capacity of 128 acre-feet, this dam on Black Branch River serves as a popular spot for outdoor activities such as boating, fishing, and picnicking. Despite its low hazard potential, the dam has not been rated for its condition assessment.
Managed by the St. Louis District of the US Army Corps of Engineers, Cedar Lake Dam-Sec 23 does not fall under state jurisdiction or regulation. It is noteworthy for its buttress core design and unlisted/unknown foundation type. While the dam's spillway width and inspection frequency are not provided in the data, its emergency action plan status and risk assessment measures remain unspecified. As a vital component of the local water resource infrastructure, this dam plays a crucial role in maintaining water levels and providing recreational opportunities for the community.
In conclusion, Cedar Lake Dam-Sec 23 stands as a testament to the harmonious coexistence of water resource management and recreational activities. Its strategic location and design contribute to the overall environmental and social well-being of the region. As water resource and climate enthusiasts, we can appreciate the importance of dams like Cedar Lake Dam-Sec 23 in balancing the needs of human recreation with the preservation of natural ecosystems.
Year Completed |
1971 |
Dam Height |
30 |
River Or Stream |
BLACK BRANCH |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
8 |
Drainage Area |
120 |
Nid Storage |
128 |
Structural Height |
30 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
30 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Hinkson Creek At Columbia
|
1cfs |
Moniteau Creek Near Fayette
|
3cfs |
Missouri River At Boonville
|
31200cfs |
Missouri River At Jefferson City
|
32800cfs |
Missouri River At Glasgow
|
29100cfs |
Moreau River Near Jefferson City
|
28cfs |
Dam Data Reference
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.
Cedar Lake Dam-Sec 23