Azdell Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Leirheimer Lake Dam Riechers Lake Dam
Last Updated: December 19, 2025
Azdell Lake Dam, located in Rush Hill, Missouri, serves primarily for irrigation purposes.
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Summary
This private dam stands at a height of 20 feet and has a storage capacity of 235 acre-feet, with a normal storage level of 147 acre-feet. The dam, constructed with earth and buttress core types, is situated on TR-Littleby Creek in Audrain County, Missouri.
Although not regulated by the state, Azdell Lake Dam is considered to have a high hazard potential. Despite its condition being labeled as "Not Rated," the dam has not undergone recent inspections, and its emergency action plan status remains unknown. With a surface area of 22 acres and serving a drainage area of 130 square miles, the dam plays a crucial role in local water resource management.
While Azdell Lake Dam may not be under state jurisdiction or regulation, its significance in providing irrigation water to the surrounding area cannot be underestimated. As climate change continues to impact water resources, the maintenance and safety of dams like Azdell Lake Dam are essential for ensuring sustainable water management practices in the face of evolving environmental challenges.
Dam Height |
20 |
River Or Stream |
TR-LITTLEBY CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
22 |
Drainage Area |
130 |
Nid Storage |
235 |
Structural Height |
20 |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
20 |
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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.
Azdell Lake Dam