White Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 18, 2025
White Lake Dam, located in Rothville, Missouri, was completed in 1977 and serves primarily for recreation purposes.
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Summary
The earth dam stands at a height of 30 feet and has a storage capacity of 160 acre-feet. Situated on the TR-Halls Branch river, the dam has a low hazard potential and is currently rated as "Not Rated" in terms of its condition assessment.
Despite being privately owned, White Lake Dam falls under the jurisdiction of the state of Missouri and is not regulated or permitted by any state agency. With no recent inspection data available, the dam's emergency action plan status and risk assessment measures remain unknown. The dam, with its buttress core type, is designed to hold back a drainage area of 130 square miles and provides a surface area of 10 acres for recreational activities.
Overall, White Lake Dam stands as a tranquil recreational spot in Chariton County, offering visitors a serene environment for fishing, boating, and enjoying nature. While its structural integrity and emergency preparedness measures may need further evaluation, the dam remains a picturesque destination for water resource and climate enthusiasts seeking a peaceful retreat in the heart of Missouri.
Year Completed |
1977 |
Dam Height |
30 |
River Or Stream |
TR-HALLS BRANCH |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
10 |
Drainage Area |
130 |
Nid Storage |
160 |
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.
White Lake Dam