Hamilton Lake Dam East Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 19, 2025
Hamilton Lake Dam East, located in Livingston County, Missouri, was completed in 1977 for fire protection, stock, and small fish pond purposes.
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Summary
This private earth dam stands at a height of 25 feet and has a storage capacity of 54 acre-feet. While the dam has not been rated for its condition, it is categorized as having a high hazard potential.
The dam is situated on the Thompson River and falls under the jurisdiction of the Rock Island District of the US Army Corps of Engineers. Despite being privately owned, the dam is not regulated or inspected by state agencies. With its close proximity to the city of Bedford, the dam serves as a crucial resource for water storage and wildlife support in the area. Although there are no associated structures or spillways, the dam's primary purpose remains vital for the local community's fire protection and recreational activities.
Year Completed |
1977 |
Dam Height |
25 |
River Or Stream |
TR-THOMPSON RIVER |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
4 |
Drainage Area |
25 |
Nid Storage |
54 |
Structural Height |
25 |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
25 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Grand River At Chillicothe
|
361cfs |
Shoal Creek Near Braymer Mo
|
12cfs |
Medicine Creek Near Laredo
|
6cfs |
Thompson River At Trenton
|
111cfs |
Grand River Near Gallatin
|
61cfs |
Locust Creek Near Linneus
|
35cfs |
Dam Data Reference
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.
Hamilton Lake Dam East