Brian Schnarre Lake Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 19, 2025

Brian Schnarre Lake Dam, located in Boone County, Missouri, is a private-owned structure completed in 1975 with a primary purpose of serving as a Fish and Wildlife Pond.


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Summary

The dam is classified as an Earth type dam with a height of 30 feet and a length of 600 feet. It has a storage capacity of 180 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 5.8 acres, supporting a drainage area of 243.2 square miles.

Despite being a low hazard potential dam, Brian Schnarre Lake Dam plays a crucial role in grade stabilization, irrigation, and recreation in the area. The dam is equipped with an uncontrolled spillway with a width of 20 feet and a maximum discharge capacity of 55 cubic feet per second. With a moderate risk assessment rating, the dam is not currently rated for its condition and has not undergone recent inspections or maintenance.

For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Brian Schnarre Lake Dam offers a fascinating case study of a privately owned dam serving multiple purposes in a rural setting. Its location along the TR-SILVER FORK stream in Missouri highlights the importance of such structures in supporting local ecosystems and recreational activities. As the dam continues to serve its function, attention to its maintenance and upkeep will be essential to ensure its long-term effectiveness and safety for the surrounding community.

Year Completed

1975

Dam Length

600

Dam Height

30

River Or Stream

TR-SILVER FORK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

5.8

Hydraulic Height

30

Drainage Area

243.2

Nid Storage

180

Structural Height

30

Outlet Gates

None

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Soil

Nid Height

30
       
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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.