Hodges Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: May Lake Dam Drexel Lake Dam
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Hodges Lake Dam, located in Bates, Missouri, was completed in 1966 with a primary purpose of recreation.
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Summary
This privately-owned Earth dam stands at 30 feet tall and has a storage capacity of 241 acre-feet. Surrounded by the scenic TR-MORMON FORK river/stream, the dam offers a surface area of 15 acres for outdoor enthusiasts to enjoy.
Despite its high hazard potential, the condition of Hodges Lake Dam has not been rated. The dam has not been inspected recently, and there is no Emergency Action Plan in place. With its recreational focus and historical significance, this Earth dam presents an opportunity for further exploration and assessment by water resource and climate enthusiasts in order to ensure its safety and preservation for future generations.
Year Completed |
1966 |
Dam Height |
30 |
River Or Stream |
TR-MORMON FORK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
15 |
Drainage Area |
1070 |
Nid Storage |
241 |
Structural Height |
30 |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
30 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
South Grand River At Archie
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27cfs |
Marais Des Cygnes R At La Cygne
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196cfs |
Marais Des Cygnes R Nr Ks-Mo St Line
|
223cfs |
Big Bull C Nr Hillsdale
|
1cfs |
Blue R Nr Stanley
|
4cfs |
Blue R At Kenneth Rd
|
8cfs |
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.
Hodges Lake Dam