Karl's Lake Dam -Lower Reservoir Report
Nearby: Carlton Lake Dam Mason Memorial Dam
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Karl's Lake Dam -Lower is a privately owned structure located in Harviell, Missouri, along the TR-Cane Creek.
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Summary
This earth-type dam serves multiple purposes, including fire protection, stock pond, and small fish pond, as well as recreation. The dam has a height of 25 feet and a storage capacity of 107 acre-feet, with a surface area of 8 acres and a drainage area of 940 acres.
Despite being privately owned, Karl's Lake Dam -Lower is not regulated or inspected by the state agencies in Missouri. The dam has a low hazard potential and is currently rated as "Not Rated" in terms of its condition assessment. There is no emergency action plan in place for the dam, and it has not been assessed for risk management measures. The structure has not been modified in recent years, and there is no information available on the last inspection date or inspection frequency.
For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Karl's Lake Dam -Lower presents an interesting case study of a privately owned dam with multiple purposes and limited regulatory oversight. The dam's location in a rural area of Missouri adds to its appeal for those interested in exploring the intersection of water management, recreation, and private ownership. Further research and investigation into the dam's condition, emergency preparedness, and risk management could provide valuable insights into the challenges and opportunities associated with privately owned water infrastructure.
Dam Height |
25 |
River Or Stream |
TR-CANE CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
8 |
Drainage Area |
940 |
Nid Storage |
107 |
Structural Height |
25 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
25 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Black River At Poplar Bluff
|
858cfs |
Little Black River Below Fairdealing
|
113cfs |
St. Francis River At Wappapello
|
695cfs |
Black River At Leeper
|
508cfs |
Current River At Doniphan
|
1900cfs |
St. Francis River Near Patterson
|
235cfs |
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.
Karl's Lake Dam -Lower