Starke Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 12, 2025
Starke Lake Dam, located in Lafayette, Missouri, serves multiple purposes including fish and wildlife pond management, grade stabilization, and recreation.
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Summary
This private Earth dam, constructed in 1962, stands at a height of 30 feet and spans 500 feet in length. It holds a storage capacity of 48 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 9 acres, with a drainage area of 96 acres.
The dam's primary source agency is the Missouri Department of Conservation, and it is not regulated by the state. Starke Lake Dam boasts a low hazard potential and has not been rated for its condition assessment. Despite its uncontrolled spillway type and lack of outlet gates, the dam is considered to have moderate risk with a DSAC-assigned risk score of 3.
Water resource and climate enthusiasts may find Starke Lake Dam an intriguing structure for its unique combination of purposes and its location in the scenic surroundings of Lafayette, Missouri. With a focus on fish and wildlife management and providing recreational opportunities, this dam plays a vital role in the local ecosystem while also posing moderate risk in terms of potential hazards.
Year Completed |
1962 |
Dam Length |
500 |
Dam Height |
30 |
River Or Stream |
TR-MARIES CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
9 |
Hydraulic Height |
29 |
Drainage Area |
96 |
Nid Storage |
48 |
Structural Height |
31 |
Outlet Gates |
None |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
31 |
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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.
Starke Lake Dam