Martin Lake Dam-Sect 4 Reservoir Report
Nearby: Mann Lake Dam Wallace Lake Dam-Sect 6
Last Updated: December 17, 2025
Located in Caldwell, Missouri, the Martin Lake Dam-Sect 4 is a private-owned earth dam with a buttress core type that stands at a height of 20 feet.
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Summary
The dam's primary purpose is listed as "Other," with a normal storage capacity of 60 acre-feet and a maximum storage of 96 acre-feet. Serving as a barrier to the TR-DEAD OAK BR MUD CREEK, the dam has a low hazard potential and is currently in a "Not Rated" condition assessment.
Managed by the Rock Island District of the USACE, the Martin Lake Dam-Sect 4 does not fall under state jurisdiction or regulation. Despite its small surface area of 9 acres and drainage area of 150 acres, the dam plays a crucial role in flood control and water resource management in the area. With no inspection frequency listed and no emergency action plan in place, the dam's risk assessment and management measures remain unclear.
While the Martin Lake Dam-Sect 4 may not be a high-profile structure, its importance in maintaining water levels and protecting the surrounding area from potential flooding cannot be understated. As water resource and climate enthusiasts, it is crucial to monitor the condition and management of such dams to ensure their continued effectiveness and safety for the community.
Dam Height |
20 |
River Or Stream |
TR-DEAD OAK BR MUD CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
9 |
Drainage Area |
150 |
Nid Storage |
96 |
Structural Height |
20 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
20 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Shoal Creek Near Braymer Mo
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0cfs |
Grand River At Chillicothe
|
361cfs |
Crooked River Near Richmond
|
2cfs |
Grand River Near Gallatin
|
67cfs |
Wakenda Creek At Carrollton
|
36cfs |
Grand River Near Sumner
|
220cfs |
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.
Martin Lake Dam-Sect 4