Pickrel Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Radio Springs Park Richard Mcwherter
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Pickrel Dam, located in Vernon County, Missouri, was completed in 1962 and serves primarily for flood risk reduction.
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Summary
Standing at a height of 15 feet, the earth dam has a storage capacity of 112 acre-feet and a normal storage level of 70 acre-feet. It also supports irrigation and recreational activities in the area, making it a versatile water resource management structure.
With a low hazard potential and a condition assessment that is currently not rated, Pickrel Dam is an essential piece of infrastructure that contributes to the overall water management system in the region. Although it is privately owned, the dam does not fall under state jurisdiction, permitting, inspection, or enforcement. The dam's location on TR to Little Dry Wood Creek makes it a crucial point for controlling water flow and mitigating flood risks for the surrounding areas.
Despite its modest size and limited regulatory oversight, Pickrel Dam plays a significant role in protecting the local community from potential water-related disasters. As climate change continues to impact water resources, structures like Pickrel Dam will become increasingly important for managing floods, ensuring water availability for irrigation, and providing recreational opportunities for residents and visitors alike.
Year Completed |
1962 |
Dam Height |
15 |
River Or Stream |
TR TO LITTLE DRY WOOD CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
14 |
Drainage Area |
140 |
Nid Storage |
112 |
Structural Height |
15 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
15 |
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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.
Pickrel Dam