Gooch Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 17, 2025
Gooch Lake Dam, located in Moscow Mills, Missouri, was completed in 1950 and serves as a recreational site for water enthusiasts in the area.
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Summary
The dam is privately owned and reaches a height of 25 feet, with a storage capacity of 80 acre-feet. Situated on the Tributary of Cuivre River, the dam has a surface area of 6 acres and a drainage area of 20 acres.
Despite its low hazard potential, Gooch Lake Dam has not been rated for its condition assessment. The dam is primarily used for recreation purposes and is classified as a rockfill dam with a buttress core type. It has not been subject to state regulation or inspection, further highlighting its status as a privately owned structure with no federal agency oversight.
Although there is no information available on emergency action plans or risk management measures for Gooch Lake Dam, its location and purpose make it an important resource for the local community. With its scenic surroundings and recreational opportunities, the dam continues to be a popular destination for water resource and climate enthusiasts in Lincoln County, Missouri.
Year Completed |
1950 |
Dam Height |
25 |
River Or Stream |
TR-CUIVRE RIVER |
Primary Dam Type |
Rockfill |
Surface Area |
6 |
Drainage Area |
20 |
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.
Gooch Lake Dam