Tarpening Lake Dam East Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 18, 2025
Tarpening Lake Dam East is a privately owned earth dam located in Keytesville, Missouri.
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Summary
Completed in 1976, this dam serves multiple purposes including fire protection, stock, small fish pond, recreation, and water supply. With a dam height of 30 feet and a storage capacity of 321 acre-feet, it offers essential water resources for the area.
Situated on TR-Clarks Creek, Tarpening Lake Dam East plays a crucial role in providing water for various needs while also serving as a recreational spot for enthusiasts. Despite its low hazard potential and not being state regulated, the dam stands as a vital structure for the community. With a surface area of 20 acres and a drainage area of 70 acres, it contributes significantly to the local ecosystem.
Although the condition assessment of Tarpening Lake Dam East is currently not rated, its presence as a water resource and recreational site underscores its importance in the region. With its strategic location and multi-purpose functionality, this dam is a key asset for water resource and climate enthusiasts in Linn County, Missouri.
Year Completed |
1976 |
Dam Height |
30 |
River Or Stream |
TR-CLARKS CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
20 |
Drainage Area |
70 |
Nid Storage |
321 |
Structural Height |
30 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
30 |
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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.
Tarpening Lake Dam East