Braun Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Rogers Lake Dam Rufkahr Dam
Last Updated: December 16, 2025
Braun Lake Dam, located in Audrain County, Missouri, is a privately owned earth dam that serves multiple purposes including fire protection and creating a small fish pond.
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Summary
With a height of 25 feet and a storage capacity of 107 acre-feet, the dam helps manage water resources in the area. The dam is situated on the TR-South Fork Salt River and is under the jurisdiction of the Kansas City District of the US Army Corps of Engineers.
Despite its low hazard potential, Braun Lake Dam has not been rated for its condition assessment. The dam has a normal storage capacity of 67 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 8 acres, with a drainage area of 50 square miles. While the dam does not have a spillway, it plays a crucial role in water management and conservation efforts in the region.
Although Braun Lake Dam has not undergone recent inspections or maintenance, its presence is vital for the local community's water needs. As climate change continues to impact water resources, it is essential to monitor and assess the condition of existing dams like Braun Lake Dam to ensure their effectiveness in mitigating potential risks and protecting the surrounding environment.
Dam Height |
25 |
River Or Stream |
TR-SOUTH FORK SALT RIVER |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
8 |
Drainage Area |
50 |
Nid Storage |
107 |
Structural Height |
25 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
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.
Braun Lake Dam