Denslow Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Garrett Lake Dam Aljundi Pond
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Located in Adair, Missouri, Denslow Lake Dam stands as a vital structure for fire protection, stock, and small fish pond purposes since its completion in 1977.
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Summary
This private-owned earth dam, with a height of 25 feet and a storage capacity of 40 acre-feet, serves the local community's recreational needs alongside its primary functions. Situated on the TR-Chariton River, the dam's design comprises a buttress core type and a hazard potential classified as high.
Despite its crucial role in the region's water resource management, Denslow Lake Dam has not been rated for its condition assessment, and details on its inspection frequency remain unlisted. With no state regulation and enforcement mechanisms in place, the dam's emergency action plan status and risk management measures are unknown. However, the dam's location in the Kansas City District and proximity to Kirksville ensure that it remains a focal point for water resource and climate enthusiasts seeking to understand its impact on the local ecosystem and community resilience.
Year Completed |
1977 |
Dam Height |
25 |
River Or Stream |
TR-CHARITON RIVER |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
3 |
Drainage Area |
3 |
Nid Storage |
40 |
Structural Height |
25 |
Hazard Potential |
High |
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.
Denslow Lake Dam