Limerick Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Woodrail Lake Dam Mills Lake Dam
Last Updated: December 16, 2025
Limerick Lake Dam, located in Boone County, Missouri, is a privately owned structure on the tributary of Hinkson River.
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Summary
The primary purpose of this dam is recreation, offering a surface area of 2 acres and a storage capacity of 33 acre-feet. With a height of 31 feet and a core type of buttress, the dam poses a high hazard potential, although its condition is currently not rated. The dam has not been inspected recently, and there is no Emergency Action Plan in place.
Despite its high hazard potential, Limerick Lake Dam remains unregulated by the state and federal agencies, with no enforcement or inspection requirements in place. The dam, constructed with earth material and a foundation of unlisted/unknown type, has a maximum storage capacity of 33 acre-feet and a normal storage capacity of 21 acre-feet. While the dam does not have a spillway or outlet gates, it serves as a recreational spot for locals and visitors, offering opportunities for fishing, boating, and other water activities.
As water resource and climate enthusiasts, it is important to monitor the condition and safety of dams like Limerick Lake Dam to prevent potential hazards and ensure the protection of surrounding communities and ecosystems. With its location in a high-risk area and the lack of recent inspections and emergency plans, there is a need for increased attention and action to assess and address any potential risks associated with this privately owned dam.
Dam Height |
31 |
River Or Stream |
TRIBUTARY HINKSON |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
2 |
Drainage Area |
180 |
Nid Storage |
33 |
Structural Height |
31 |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
31 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Hinkson Creek At Columbia
|
1cfs |
Moniteau Creek Near Fayette
|
3cfs |
Missouri River At Boonville
|
31700cfs |
Missouri River At Jefferson City
|
31300cfs |
Moreau River Near Jefferson City
|
28cfs |
Missouri River At Glasgow
|
31200cfs |
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.
Limerick Lake Dam