Jones Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Watkin Lake Dam Johnson Lake Dam
Last Updated: December 19, 2025
Jones Lake Dam, located in Livingston County, Missouri, was completed in 1977 and serves primarily for fire protection, as well as for stock and small fish pond purposes.
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Summary
The earth dam stands at a height of 30 feet with a storage capacity of 64 acre-feet and a drainage area of 31 square miles. Situated on TR-Clear Creek, the dam is owned privately and is not regulated by the state.
With a high hazard potential, Jones Lake Dam has not been rated for its condition assessment. Despite the lack of recent inspection data, the dam remains a critical structure for water resource management in the area. Its location in the city of Dawn, Missouri, makes it a key asset for local emergency preparedness and climate resilience efforts.
Although the dam does not fall under the jurisdiction of state regulatory agencies, its significance in providing essential water resources for fire protection underscores the importance of monitoring and maintaining its structural integrity. Enthusiasts interested in water resource management and climate adaptation will find Jones Lake Dam to be a fascinating case study in private ownership and the intersection of water infrastructure with environmental resilience.
Year Completed |
1977 |
Dam Height |
30 |
River Or Stream |
TR-CLEAR CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
4 |
Drainage Area |
31 |
Nid Storage |
64 |
Structural Height |
30 |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
30 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Shoal Creek Near Braymer Mo
|
0cfs |
Grand River At Chillicothe
|
361cfs |
Grand River Near Sumner
|
223cfs |
Wakenda Creek At Carrollton
|
39cfs |
Grand River Near Gallatin
|
61cfs |
Locust Creek Near Linneus
|
31cfs |
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.
Jones Lake Dam