Appleton City Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: January 12, 2026
Appleton City Lake Dam, located in Bates County, Missouri, was completed in 1936 and serves as a crucial water supply source for the local community.
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Summary
This earthen dam stands at a height of 30 feet and has a storage capacity of 578 acre-feet, with a normal storage level of 288 acre-feet. The dam is situated on Panther Creek and covers a surface area of 36 acres, with a drainage area of 2840 acres.
Despite its significant role in water supply, Appleton City Lake Dam is classified as having a high hazard potential, although its condition assessment is currently listed as "Not Rated." The dam is owned and operated by the local government, with no state jurisdiction or regulatory agency overseeing its maintenance and inspection. The dam does not have a designated spillway and has not been modified in recent years, raising concerns about its ability to handle potential emergencies and flooding events.
As a key structure in the region's water infrastructure, Appleton City Lake Dam's management and maintenance are essential for ensuring the safety and reliability of the water supply system. With its historical significance and critical role in water resource management, ongoing monitoring and assessment of the dam's condition and safety measures are vital to prevent any potential risks or failures in the future.
Year Completed |
1936 |
Dam Height |
30 |
River Or Stream |
TR-PANTHER CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
36 |
Drainage Area |
2840 |
Nid Storage |
578 |
Structural Height |
30 |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
30 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Mussel Fork Near Musselfork
|
92cfs |
Chariton River Near Prairie Hill
|
856cfs |
Grand River Near Sumner
|
2210cfs |
East Fork Little Chariton R. Nr Huntsville
|
7cfs |
Missouri River At Glasgow
|
34900cfs |
Locust Creek Near Linneus
|
205cfs |
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.
Appleton City Lake Dam