Wooden Lake Dam-Section 27 Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 10, 2025
Wooden Lake Dam-Section 27, located in Lafayette, Missouri, is a privately owned earth dam with a primary purpose of fire protection, stock, or small fish pond.
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Summary
The dam has a height of 25 feet and a storage capacity of 27 acre-feet. It serves multiple purposes including recreation and water supply, making it a valuable resource for the local community.
Despite its low hazard potential, Wooden Lake Dam-Section 27 has not been rated for its condition assessment, highlighting the need for regular inspections and maintenance. The dam is situated on the TR-Little Sni-A-Bar Creek and falls under the jurisdiction of the Kansas City District of the US Army Corps of Engineers. With a surface area of 2 acres and a drainage area of 49 square miles, the dam plays a crucial role in managing water resources in the region.
Although there are no associated structures or outlet gates listed for Wooden Lake Dam-Section 27, its importance in providing fire protection and water storage cannot be understated. Climate enthusiasts and water resource managers should pay attention to the condition and maintenance of this dam to ensure its continued functionality and safety for the surrounding community.
Dam Height |
25 |
River Or Stream |
TR-LITTLE SNI-A-BAR CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
2 |
Drainage Area |
49 |
Nid Storage |
27 |
Structural Height |
25 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
25 |
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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.
Wooden Lake Dam-Section 27