Lake Springfield Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 19, 2025
Lake Springfield Dam, located in Battlefield, Missouri, serves multiple purposes including water supply, recreation, and flood control along the James River.
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Summary
Constructed in 1956 by BURNS AND MCDONNEL, this dam stands at a height of 45 feet and has a length of 1950 feet, with a storage capacity of 20,077 acre-feet. The dam is regulated by the DAM AND RESERVOIR SAFETY PROG in Missouri, ensuring its safety and compliance with state regulations.
With a spillway width of 563 feet and a maximum discharge capacity of 199,849 cubic feet per second, Lake Springfield Dam has a high hazard potential but is currently assessed as satisfactory in condition. The dam has a moderate risk assessment rating and is inspected biennially to ensure its structural integrity. While there are no associated locks or outlet gates, the dam serves as a vital infrastructure for water management in the region, providing essential services to the community and protecting against potential flooding events. Lake Springfield Dam stands as a testament to effective dam management and contributes to the sustainability of water resources in Greene County, Missouri.
Year Completed |
1956 |
Dam Length |
1950 |
Dam Height |
45 |
River Or Stream |
JAMES RIVER |
Primary Dam Type |
Other |
Surface Area |
360 |
Drainage Area |
193920 |
Nid Storage |
20077 |
Structural Height |
45 |
Outlet Gates |
None |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Foundations |
Rock |
Nid Height |
45 |
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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.
Lake Springfield Dam