Culver Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Bashor Dam No. 1 Limpp Lake Dam
Last Updated: December 13, 2025
Located in Union Star, Missouri, Culver Lake Dam stands as a vital structure for irrigation purposes along the TR-Third Fork Platte River.
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Summary
Built in 1977, this earth dam boasts a height of 25 feet and a storage capacity of 669 acre-feet, with a normal storage level of 300 acre-feet. The dam serves multiple functions, including fire protection, stock and small fish pond management, irrigation, and recreation.
Despite being privately owned and not regulated by the state, Culver Lake Dam plays a crucial role in water resource management in the region. With a low hazard potential and an undetermined condition rating, the dam serves as a key asset for the local community. Although lacking certain safety assessments such as an Emergency Action Plan and Risk Assessment, the dam continues to provide essential services for the area.
Surrounded by picturesque landscapes and providing a habitat for various wildlife, Culver Lake Dam represents a balance between human needs and environmental preservation. As water resource and climate enthusiasts, the significance of structures like Culver Lake Dam cannot be understated in the larger context of sustainable water management and conservation efforts.
Year Completed |
1977 |
Dam Height |
25 |
River Or Stream |
TR-THIRD FORK PLATTE RIVER |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
50 |
Drainage Area |
1700 |
Nid Storage |
669 |
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.
Culver Lake Dam