Bullar Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Casper Lake Dam Seng Lake Dam
Last Updated: December 14, 2025
Bullar Lake Dam, located in Warren County, Missouri, was completed in 1970 and serves primarily for recreational purposes.
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Summary
The dam, standing at 30 feet high with a storage capacity of 128 acre-feet, is categorized as an earth dam with a buttress core type. Despite its low hazard potential, the dam's condition assessment remains unrated, with no recent inspection dates available.
Situated on TR-Millam Creek, Bullar Lake Dam is owned privately and not regulated by the state, with no designated state jurisdiction or permitting requirements. The dam is under the St. Louis District of the US Army Corps of Engineers and falls under the congressional representation of Blaine Luetkemeyer. The dam's location in the city of McKittrick offers a surface area of 8 acres and drainage area of 440 acres, making it a valuable resource for water enthusiasts and climate advocates alike.
While Bullar Lake Dam may not be the largest or most high-profile dam in Missouri, its significance lies in its contribution to recreational activities and its role in managing water resources in the region. With a serene lake created by the dam and its proximity to TR-Millam Creek, Bullar Lake Dam stands as a testament to the importance of sustainable water management and the intersection of human infrastructure with natural landscapes.
Year Completed |
1970 |
Dam Height |
30 |
River Or Stream |
TR-MILLAM CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
8 |
Drainage Area |
440 |
Nid Storage |
128 |
Structural Height |
30 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
30 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Missouri River At Hermann
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27500cfs |
Cuivre River Near Troy
|
83cfs |
Bourbeuse River At Union
|
75cfs |
Dardenne Creek At Ofallon
|
4cfs |
Dardenne Creek At Old Town St. Peters
|
8cfs |
Gasconade River Near Rich Fountain
|
795cfs |
Dam Data Reference
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.
Bullar Lake Dam