Daniels Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 22, 2025
Daniels Lake Dam, located in Pike, Missouri, was completed in 1973 and serves multiple purposes including fire protection and as a stock or small fish pond.
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Summary
The dam is privately owned and stands at a height of 25 feet, with a storage capacity of 80 acre-feet. It is primarily an earth dam with a buttress core type and is situated on the TR-SALT RIVER. Despite its low hazard potential, the dam's condition assessment is not rated, and it has not been inspected recently.
The St. Louis District is the overseeing agency for Daniels Lake Dam, which falls under the jurisdiction of Missouri. The dam's primary purpose is to provide fire protection and stock water, making it an essential resource for the local community. While the dam has not been regulated or inspected recently, it remains a vital asset for the area's water resource management and climate resilience efforts. With its strategic location and multiple benefits, the Daniels Lake Dam plays a crucial role in maintaining water security and environmental sustainability in the region.
Year Completed |
1973 |
Dam Height |
25 |
River Or Stream |
TR-SALT RIVER |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
6 |
Drainage Area |
160 |
Nid Storage |
80 |
Structural Height |
25 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
25 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Spencer Cr. Bl Plum Cr. Nr Frankford
|
24cfs |
Salt River Near New London
|
63cfs |
Bear Creek At Hannibal
|
2cfs |
Salt River Near Center
|
49cfs |
North River At Palmyra
|
13cfs |
Lick Creek At Perry
|
1cfs |
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.
Daniels Lake Dam