O'Dell Lake Dam, located in Warsaw, Missouri, was completed in 1960 and serves primarily for recreational purposes.
This private earth dam stands at a height of 20 feet and has a storage capacity of 128 acre-feet, with a normal storage level of 40 acre-feet. The dam impounds Tebo Creek, creating a surface area of 12 acres and draining a watershed area of 47 square miles.
Despite being privately owned and not regulated by the state, O'Dell Lake Dam has a high hazard potential. The dam's condition has not been rated, and there is no established emergency action plan in place. With its location in a high-risk category, there is a need for further assessment and risk management measures to ensure the safety of downstream communities and the surrounding environment. For water resource and climate enthusiasts, O'Dell Lake Dam presents an intriguing case study in dam safety and management practices.
Wind
Humidity
Year Completed |
1960 |
Dam Height |
20 |
River Or Stream |
TR-TEBO CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
12 |
Drainage Area |
47 |
Nid Storage |
128 |
Structural Height |
20 |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
20 |
South Grand River At Urich
|
123cfs |
Big Creek Near Blairstown
|
21cfs |
Sac River Near Caplinger Mills
|
143cfs |
Pomme De Terre River Near Hermitage
|
48cfs |
South Grand River At Archie
|
140cfs |
Cedar Creek Near Pleasant View
|
18cfs |