Reich Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 12, 2025
Reich Lake Dam, located in Lafayette, Missouri, was completed in 1969 and serves as a crucial water resource for the surrounding area.
°F
°F
mph
Wind
%
Humidity
Summary
This private earth dam, standing at 23 feet tall and stretching 735 feet in length, primarily functions as a Fish and Wildlife Pond. With a storage capacity of 162 acre-feet and a surface area of 7 acres, the dam plays a significant role in providing grade stabilization, recreation, and habitat for local wildlife.
Managed by the Kansas City District of the US Army Corps of Engineers, Reich Lake Dam has a low hazard potential and is currently rated as "Not Rated" in terms of condition assessment. Despite the moderate risk level assigned to it, the dam has not been subject to recent inspections or assessments. The dam lacks certain safety features like outlet gates and a comprehensive Emergency Action Plan, which raises concerns about its readiness to handle potential emergencies. Despite these shortcomings, Reich Lake Dam remains an important water infrastructure for the region and a key feature in the local ecosystem.
Year Completed |
1969 |
Dam Length |
735 |
Dam Height |
22 |
River Or Stream |
TR-DAVIS CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
7 |
Hydraulic Height |
21 |
Drainage Area |
440 |
Nid Storage |
162 |
Structural Height |
23 |
Outlet Gates |
None |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
23 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
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.
Reich Lake Dam