Trickey Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Steve Pierce Str. Jones Dam
Last Updated: December 13, 2025
Trickey Lake Dam, located in Buchanan, Missouri, was constructed in 1976 with a primary purpose of debris control along TR-Bee Creek.
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Summary
This privately owned earth dam stands at a height of 25 feet and has a storage capacity of 40 acre-feet, with a normal storage level of 13 acre-feet. The dam's surface area covers 3 acres and it serves a drainage area of 200 square miles.
Despite being classified as having a low hazard potential, Trickey Lake Dam is considered to have a moderate risk level, with a risk assessment rating of 3. While the dam is not currently rated for its condition, it has not undergone recent inspections or assessments. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway and is not equipped with outlet gates. Overall, Trickey Lake Dam serves as an important structure for managing debris and water flow in the area, maintaining the safety and stability of the surrounding environment.
Year Completed |
1976 |
Dam Height |
25 |
River Or Stream |
TR-BEE CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
3 |
Drainage Area |
200 |
Nid Storage |
40 |
Structural Height |
25 |
Outlet Gates |
None |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
25 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Platte River Near Agency
|
77cfs |
Missouri River At St. Joseph
|
27600cfs |
Platte River At Sharps Station
|
80cfs |
Little Platte River At Smithville
|
13cfs |
Stranger C Nr Potter
|
199cfs |
Little Platte River Near Plattsburg
|
1cfs |
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.
Trickey Lake Dam