Ketner Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 19, 2025
Ketner Lake Dam, located in Lafayette, Missouri, serves as a vital structure for the local community.
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Summary
Built in 1977, this earth dam stands at a height of 30 feet and boasts a primary purpose of supporting fish and wildlife pond activities. With a storage capacity of 60 acre-feet and a surface area of 2 acres, Ketner Lake Dam plays a crucial role in fire protection, stock, grade stabilization, and recreational activities in the area.
Despite being privately owned, Ketner Lake Dam is classified as having a low hazard potential and a moderate risk level. The dam's spillway, with a width of 30 feet, is of the uncontrolled type, ensuring efficient water management during heavy rainfall events. While the dam's condition assessment is currently not rated, ongoing risk management measures are in place to ensure the safety and stability of the structure for the surrounding environment and residents.
Situated along the TR-Little Tabo Creek, Ketner Lake Dam is a testament to responsible water resource management and conservation efforts in the region. With its capacity to support various activities while minimizing risks, this dam stands as a symbol of sustainable infrastructure development in the face of changing climate patterns. As water resource and climate enthusiasts, understanding and appreciating the role of structures like Ketner Lake Dam is essential for fostering a resilient and thriving ecosystem for future generations.
Year Completed |
1977 |
Dam Length |
450 |
Dam Height |
30 |
River Or Stream |
TR-LITTLE TABO CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
2 |
Hydraulic Height |
29 |
Drainage Area |
125 |
Nid Storage |
60 |
Structural Height |
31 |
Outlet Gates |
None |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
31 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Missouri River At Waverly
|
26800cfs |
Wakenda Creek At Carrollton
|
8cfs |
Crooked River Near Richmond
|
4cfs |
Blackwater River At Blue Lick
|
25cfs |
Shoal Creek Near Braymer Mo
|
12cfs |
Little Blue River Near Lake City
|
17cfs |
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.
Ketner Lake Dam