Vanderkamp Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Offutt Dam Lamers Lake Dam
Last Updated: December 25, 2025
Vanderkamp Lake Dam, located in Callaway, Missouri, serves primarily for irrigation purposes.
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Summary
Completed in 1976, this earth dam stands at a height of 24 feet and a length of 700 feet, with a storage capacity of 176 acre-feet. The dam is situated on Leeper Branch and is owned privately, with no state jurisdiction or regulation.
Despite being rated as having a low hazard potential, the dam's risk assessment is moderate, indicating a level 3 vulnerability. The dam's condition is currently not rated, and it lacks an emergency action plan, as well as updated contact information and inundation maps. With an uncontrolled spillway and no outlet gates, Vanderkamp Lake Dam presents a unique challenge for management and maintenance in the face of potential climate change impacts on water resources.
For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Vanderkamp Lake Dam offers an intriguing case study in dam management and risk assessment. Its modest size and purpose, coupled with its location in a privately-owned setting, highlight the diverse landscape of water infrastructure across the United States. As discussions around water security and climate resilience continue to evolve, Vanderkamp Lake Dam stands as a reminder of the importance of proactive monitoring and maintenance to ensure the safety and sustainability of our water resources in the face of changing environmental conditions.
Year Completed |
1976 |
Dam Length |
700 |
Dam Height |
24 |
River Or Stream |
LEEPER BRANCH |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
5 |
Hydraulic Height |
24 |
Drainage Area |
85 |
Nid Storage |
176 |
Structural Height |
24 |
Outlet Gates |
None |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
24 |
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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.
Vanderkamp Lake Dam