Roberts Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 19, 2025
Roberts Lake Dam, located in Mcbaine, Missouri, was completed in 1969 and serves as a Fish and Wildlife Pond, offering recreational opportunities in addition to its primary purpose.
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Summary
The dam stands at a height of 25 feet and has a length of 290 feet, with a storage capacity of 33 acre-feet. It is classified as an Earth dam with a stone core and is built on a soil foundation.
Although Roberts Lake Dam is privately owned and not regulated by the state, it is deemed to have low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway with a width of 21 feet and has a drainage area of 240 acres. Despite not being rated for its condition, the dam has not undergone recent inspections and does not have an Emergency Action Plan in place.
For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Roberts Lake Dam offers a glimpse into the management and maintenance of smaller-scale dams in Missouri. Its role in providing habitat for fish and wildlife, as well as recreational opportunities, highlights the importance of balancing conservation efforts with public access to natural resources. The dam's lack of recent inspections and emergency preparedness serves as a reminder of the ongoing need for proactive monitoring and risk assessment in the face of changing environmental conditions.
Year Completed |
1969 |
Dam Length |
290 |
Dam Height |
25 |
River Or Stream |
TR-SILVER FORK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
5 |
Hydraulic Height |
25 |
Drainage Area |
240 |
Nid Storage |
33 |
Structural Height |
25 |
Outlet Gates |
None |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
25 |
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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.
Roberts Lake Dam