Hanes Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Leisure Lake Dam Lake Wittona Dam
Last Updated: December 12, 2025
Hanes Lake Dam, located in Grundy County, Missouri, is a private-owned earth dam primarily used for recreation purposes.
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Summary
Standing at a height of 25 feet, the dam has a storage capacity of 80 acre-feet, with a normal storage level of 50 acre-feet. The dam is situated on TR-Sugar Creek, within the Rock Island District, and is not regulated or inspected by the state.
Despite its recreational function, Hanes Lake Dam is marked as having a high hazard potential, although its condition assessment is listed as "Not Rated." The dam does not have an emergency action plan in place and has not been assessed for risk management measures. With a lack of recent inspection and maintenance data available, the safety and reliability of the dam remain a concern for water resource and climate enthusiasts.
Overall, the data on Hanes Lake Dam highlights the importance of proper monitoring and maintenance of infrastructure for water resources. The dam's high hazard potential and lack of state regulation or inspection underscore the need for increased attention to its safety and potential risks to surrounding areas. As climate change continues to impact water resources, ensuring the integrity of structures like Hanes Lake Dam becomes crucial in mitigating potential hazards and protecting communities downstream.
Dam Height |
25 |
River Or Stream |
TR-SUGAR CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
6 |
Drainage Area |
50 |
Nid Storage |
80 |
Structural Height |
25 |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
25 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Thompson River At Trenton
|
140cfs |
Medicine Creek Near Laredo
|
17cfs |
Grand River Near Gallatin
|
82cfs |
East Fork Big Creek Near Bethany
|
4cfs |
Grand River At Chillicothe
|
361cfs |
Locust Creek Near Linneus
|
27cfs |
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.
Hanes Lake Dam