Heim Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Wendell's Lake Dam Camerer Dam
Last Updated: December 17, 2025
Heim Lake Dam in Audrain, Missouri, is a privately owned earth dam completed in 1976 for irrigation purposes.
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Summary
With a height of 24 feet and a storage capacity of 90 acre-feet, this dam on TR-Sandy Creek serves as a vital resource for water management in the area. The dam has a low hazard potential and is currently rated as "Not Rated" in terms of condition assessment.
Located in Middletown, Missouri, Heim Lake Dam is part of the Kansas City District and falls under the jurisdiction of the state rather than federal agencies. Despite its age, the dam has not undergone any modifications and lacks certain safety features such as a spillway. The surrounding area has a drainage area of 15 square miles, making this dam a key element in regulating water flow and providing irrigation for agricultural purposes.
While Heim Lake Dam may not be as well-known as other large-scale water management structures, its importance in sustaining local water resources cannot be understated. As climate change continues to impact water availability and quality, dams like Heim Lake play a crucial role in ensuring a reliable water supply for the community. However, the lack of recent inspections and assessments raises concerns about the dam's long-term viability and the need for proper maintenance and monitoring to safeguard against potential risks.
Year Completed |
1976 |
Dam Height |
24 |
River Or Stream |
TR-SANDY CR |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
7 |
Drainage Area |
15 |
Nid Storage |
90 |
Structural Height |
24 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
24 |
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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.
Heim Lake Dam