Indian Camp Lake Dam Reservoir Report
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Last Updated: December 17, 2025
Indian Camp Lake Dam, located in Lincoln, Missouri, stands as a testament to the intricate balance between water resource management and climate resilience.
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Summary
Built in 1971, this private-owned Earth-type dam serves multiple purposes, including flood control and water supply. With a height of 39 feet and a storage capacity of 306 acre-feet, the dam plays a crucial role in regulating the flow of TR-Big Creek, a vital waterway in the region.
Operated by the DAM AND RESERVOIR SAFETY PROG of Missouri, Indian Camp Lake Dam boasts a low hazard potential and satisfactory condition assessment. Despite its moderate risk level, the dam has been deemed structurally sound, with regular inspections ensuring its continued safety. The surrounding area benefits from the dam's presence, with a surface area of 14 acres and a drainage area of 176 square miles, providing valuable water resources for both human and ecological needs.
While Indian Camp Lake Dam may not be as well-known as larger structures, its importance in the local water resource management cannot be understated. As climate change continues to impact water availability and quality, dams like Indian Camp Lake play a critical role in ensuring the resilience of communities and ecosystems in the face of evolving environmental challenges.
Year Completed |
1971 |
Dam Length |
270 |
Dam Height |
39 |
River Or Stream |
TR-BIG CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
14 |
Hydraulic Height |
36.7 |
Drainage Area |
176 |
Nid Storage |
306 |
Structural Height |
39 |
Outlet Gates |
None |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Rock |
Nid Height |
39 |
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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.
Indian Camp Lake Dam