Schilling Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Townley Lake Dam Poirot Farms Inc Dam
Last Updated: December 25, 2025
Schilling Lake Dam, located in Lamar, Missouri, is a privately owned earth dam completed in 1967 primarily for irrigation purposes.
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Summary
With a height of 17 feet and a length of 3400 feet, this dam holds a storage capacity of 182 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 10 acres. Situated on the TR-North Fork of the Spring River, the dam's maximum discharge capacity is 3167 cubic feet per second and features an uncontrolled spillway with a width of 160 feet.
Despite being classified as having a low hazard potential, the dam's risk assessment is moderate, indicating a potential for risk management measures to be implemented. While the condition of the dam is currently not rated, it is important to note that there have been no recent inspections or assessments conducted. The dam does not fall under state regulation and is not regularly inspected, raising concerns about its long-term safety and maintenance.
For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Schilling Lake Dam serves as a notable structure in the Kansas City District, offering insights into the complexities of privately owned dams and their role in irrigation and recreation activities. As discussions around dam safety and risk management continue to evolve, the future of Schilling Lake Dam will likely involve increased scrutiny and potential improvements to ensure its continued functionality and safety for the surrounding community and environment.
Year Completed |
1967 |
Dam Length |
3400 |
Dam Height |
17 |
River Or Stream |
TR-NORTH FORK,SPRING RIVER |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
10 |
Hydraulic Height |
17 |
Drainage Area |
125 |
Nid Storage |
182 |
Structural Height |
17 |
Outlet Gates |
None |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
17 |
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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.
Schilling Lake Dam