Robbins Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Robbins Lake Dam Downstream Bluestem
Last Updated: December 14, 2025
Robbins Lake Dam, located in Pickering, Missouri, was completed in 1963 and serves primarily for irrigation purposes.
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Summary
This private earth dam stands at a height of 34.8 feet and offers a storage capacity of 209 acre-feet, with a normal storage level of 110 acre-feet. It spans across the TR-102 River and covers a surface area of 6 acres within a drainage area of 57 square miles.
Despite its age and high hazard potential, Robbins Lake Dam has not been rated for its condition assessment. It is not regulated or inspected by the state, with no enforcement or permitting requirements in place. The dam's emergency action plan status and risk assessment measures are also unknown, highlighting the need for further evaluation and potential risk management strategies to ensure the safety of the surrounding community and water resources.
For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Robbins Lake Dam presents an intriguing case study of a privately owned structure with significant irrigation capabilities in a rural setting. Its historical significance, potential risks, and lack of regulatory oversight raise questions about the resilience and sustainability of such infrastructure in the face of changing climate conditions and water management challenges. Further research and monitoring efforts may be necessary to safeguard the dam's integrity and the surrounding ecosystem's long-term viability.
Year Completed |
1963 |
Dam Height |
34.8 |
River Or Stream |
TR-102 RIVER |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
6 |
Drainage Area |
57 |
Nid Storage |
209 |
Structural Height |
34.8 |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
35 |
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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.
Robbins Lake Dam