Vannoy West Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Vannoy East Lake Dam Wiseman Lake Dam
Last Updated: December 14, 2025
Located in Paris, Missouri, the Vannoy West Lake Dam stands as a testament to the important role of private owners in managing water resources for irrigation purposes.
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Summary
Built in 1976, this earth dam with a structural height of 30 feet serves the dual purposes of irrigation and recreation, with a storage capacity of 193 acre-feet and a normal storage level of 100 acre-feet. The dam is situated on the TR to North River and is under the jurisdiction of the Rock Island District of the US Army Corps of Engineers.
With a low hazard potential and a current condition assessment of "Not Rated," the Vannoy West Lake Dam is a critical infrastructure for water management in the region. Despite not being regulated by the state of Missouri, the dam plays a vital role in supporting agricultural activities in the area. While the dam has not been inspected recently, its emergency action plan status and risk assessment measures are not currently available, highlighting the need for continued monitoring and maintenance to ensure its long-term safety and functionality for the local community.
Year Completed |
1976 |
Dam Height |
30 |
River Or Stream |
TR TO NORTH RIVER |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
12 |
Drainage Area |
500 |
Nid Storage |
193 |
Structural Height |
30 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
30 |
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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.
Vannoy West Lake Dam