Berry Park Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 19, 2025
Berry Park Dam, located in St.
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Summary
Charles, Missouri, is a privately-owned earth dam primarily used for recreation purposes. Standing at a height of 25 feet, the dam has a storage capacity of 80 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 6 acres. Despite its low hazard potential, the dam's condition assessment has not been rated, and inspection frequency is currently at zero.
The dam, situated on TR PERUQUE CREEK, is under the jurisdiction of the Kansas City District of the US Army Corps of Engineers. With a designer name unspecified and no associated federal agency involvement, Berry Park Dam remains a key feature in the PERUQUE community. While the dam has not undergone modifications or improvements in recent years, its emergency action plan status, risk assessment, and management measures are pending evaluation.
For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Berry Park Dam offers a glimpse into the recreational infrastructure that supports local communities. Despite its modest size and hazard potential, the dam serves as a focal point for outdoor activities and water-related events in the PERUQUE area. As discussions around dam safety and management continue, Berry Park Dam remains a noteworthy example of a privately-owned earth dam with potential for future enhancements and regulatory oversight.
Dam Height |
25 |
River Or Stream |
TR PERUQUE CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
6 |
Drainage Area |
90 |
Nid Storage |
80 |
Structural Height |
25 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
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.
Berry Park Dam