Ludwick Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 11, 2025
Ludwick Lake Dam, located in Clark County, Missouri, was completed in 1975 and serves multiple purposes such as fire protection, stock, and as a small fish pond.
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Summary
This privately owned Earth type dam stands at 25 feet high and has a maximum storage capacity of 67 acre-feet. The dam is situated on the TR-FOX River and covers a surface area of 5 acres with a drainage area of 65 square miles.
Despite its small size, Ludwick Lake Dam has a high hazard potential and its condition is currently not rated. The dam has not undergone recent inspections and lacks an Emergency Action Plan (EAP). The dam does not fall under state regulation or jurisdiction, and it is not subject to state permitting, inspection, or enforcement. With its unique design and purpose, Ludwick Lake Dam remains an important water resource for the community, providing valuable benefits for fire protection, recreation, and wildlife conservation.
Year Completed |
1975 |
Dam Height |
25 |
River Or Stream |
TR-FOX RIVER |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
5 |
Drainage Area |
65 |
Nid Storage |
67 |
Structural Height |
25 |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
25 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Fox River At Wayland
|
8cfs |
Des Moines River At St. Francisville
|
1620cfs |
Wyaconda River Above Canton
|
13cfs |
Bear Creek Near Marcelline
|
5cfs |
Des Moines River At Keosauqua
|
1800cfs |
Skunk River At Augusta
|
244cfs |
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.
Ludwick Lake Dam