Bunn's Lake Dam West Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 18, 2025

Bunn's Lake Dam West, located in Boone County, Missouri, was completed in 1977 for the primary purpose of irrigation.


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Summary

This earth dam stands at a height of 25 feet and has a storage capacity of 200 acre-feet, with a normal storage level of 176 acre-feet. The dam is situated on the TR-Silver Fork river, within the St. Louis District, and is owned privately.

While the dam has a low hazard potential and is currently not rated for condition assessment, it is notable for its moderate risk level. The spillway, with a width of 30 feet, is uncontrolled, and there are no outlet gates associated with the structure. Despite not being regulated by the state or federal agencies, the dam serves as a critical water resource for irrigation in the region.

Water resource and climate enthusiasts may find Bunn's Lake Dam West intriguing for its role in providing water for agricultural purposes. The dam's location, design, and operational characteristics offer valuable insights into the management of water resources in the area. With a moderate risk level and low hazard potential, this earth dam represents a vital infrastructure for sustainable water supply in the region.

Year Completed

1977

Dam Length

1500

Dam Height

25

River Or Stream

TR-SILVER FORK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

5

Hydraulic Height

25

Drainage Area

198.4

Nid Storage

200

Structural Height

25

Outlet Gates

None

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Soil

Nid Height

25
       
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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.