Becker Lake Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 22, 2025

Becker Lake Dam, located in Audrain, Missouri, is a privately owned earth dam that was completed in 1976 for irrigation purposes.


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Summary

With a height of 18 feet and a length of 2227 feet, the dam has a storage capacity of 125 acre-feet and serves as a water source for the surrounding area. The dam is situated on TR-JOHNS BRANCH, managed by the Kansas City District, and falls under the jurisdiction of the state of Missouri.

Despite its low hazard potential and moderate risk assessment, Becker Lake Dam has not been rated for its condition. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway with a width of 20 feet and a maximum discharge of 95 cubic feet per second. The surrounding area covers a surface area of 10.3 acres and has a drainage area of 325.12 square miles. Although the dam has not been inspected recently, it remains an important structure for water resource management in the region.

Water resource and climate enthusiasts will appreciate Becker Lake Dam for its role in irrigation and water storage. As a key infrastructure for the local community, the dam provides essential water resources while maintaining a relatively low hazard potential. Its location in Audrain, Missouri, adds to the significance of the dam within the region's water management system. Despite its age, Becker Lake Dam continues to play a vital role in supporting agricultural and ecological needs in the area.

Year Completed

1976

Dam Length

2227

Dam Height

18

River Or Stream

TR-JOHNS BRANCH

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

10.3

Hydraulic Height

18

Drainage Area

325.12

Nid Storage

125

Structural Height

18

Outlet Gates

None

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Soil

Nid Height

18
       
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Condition Assessment

Satisfactory
No 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

High
Dams 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.