Berndt Lake Dam-Swsw Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 11, 2025
Located in Mercer County, Missouri, the Berndt Lake Dam-SWSw,Sec 30 is a private earth dam with a buttress core type standing at a height of 25 feet.
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Summary
The dam has a storage capacity of 27 acre-feet and a surface area of 2 acres, serving as a crucial water resource for the surrounding area. While the primary purpose of the dam is listed as 'Other', it plays a significant role in water management and conservation within the region.
With a high hazard potential, the condition of the Berndt Lake Dam is currently not rated, highlighting the need for regular inspections and maintenance to ensure its structural integrity and safety. Despite not being regulated or inspected by state agencies, the dam serves as a key infrastructure for flood control and water storage along the TR-POPS BRANCH river or stream. The detailed data on the dam's design, construction, and storage capacity provide valuable insights for water resource and climate enthusiasts interested in understanding and monitoring the region's water infrastructure.
Dam Height |
25 |
River Or Stream |
TR-POPS BRANCH |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
2 |
Drainage Area |
27 |
Nid Storage |
27 |
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.
Berndt Lake Dam-Swsw,Sec 30