Hicks Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Fields Lake Dam Morgan Lake Dam
Last Updated: December 16, 2025
Hicks Lake Dam, located in Caldwell County, Missouri, is a privately owned structure that serves a critical role in water resource management.
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Summary
The dam, constructed as an earth-type structure with a buttress core, stands at a height of 25 feet and has a storage capacity of 107 acre-feet. Situated on the East Fork Crooked River, the dam plays a vital role in regulating the flow of water and providing flood protection to the surrounding areas.
Despite being privately owned, Hicks Lake Dam has a high hazard potential, indicating the importance of proper maintenance and monitoring. While the dam's condition assessment is currently listed as "Not Rated," its emergency action plan status and risk management measures are not specified in the available data. The dam's location in a high-risk area underscores the need for continued oversight and preparedness to ensure the safety of downstream communities in case of a potential failure.
With its strategic location and significant impact on water resources in the region, Hicks Lake Dam stands as a crucial infrastructure for both water supply and climate resilience. As water resource and climate enthusiasts, understanding the complexities and risks associated with dams like Hicks Lake is essential for advocating for sustainable management practices and ensuring the safety and security of our water infrastructure.
Dam Height |
25 |
River Or Stream |
EAST FK CROOKED RIVER |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
8 |
Drainage Area |
118 |
Nid Storage |
107 |
Structural Height |
25 |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
25 |
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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.
Hicks Lake Dam