East Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Lake Alexander Dam Middle Lake Dam
Last Updated: December 12, 2025
East Lake Dam, also known as Badger East Dam, is a privately owned structure located in Putnam, Missouri.
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Summary
Completed in 1994, this earth dam stands at a height of 29 feet and serves primarily for fire protection, stock, and as a small fish pond. With a storage capacity of 652 acre-feet, the dam covers a surface area of 42 acres and is situated in the headwaters of Hooton Creek.
Although not regulated by the state or federal agencies, East Lake Dam is deemed to have a significant hazard potential. Despite being not rated for its condition assessment, the dam has not undergone inspection with a specified frequency. While the Emergency Action Plan (EAP) status and risk assessment details are not available, the dam's purpose and design reflect its crucial role in providing water resources for various uses in the local area. Climate and water resource enthusiasts may find East Lake Dam's structure and purpose intriguing in the context of sustainable water management and environmental conservation efforts.
Year Completed |
1994 |
Dam Height |
29 |
River Or Stream |
HEADWATERS OF HOOTON CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
42 |
Nid Storage |
652 |
Structural Height |
29 |
Hazard Potential |
Significant |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
29 |
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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.
East Lake Dam