Beisley Lake Dam-South, located in Bates, Missouri, is a privately owned earth dam that was completed in 1962.
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With a structural height of 25 feet and a storage capacity of 134 acre-feet, this dam serves a primary purpose of "Other" and has a low hazard potential. Despite not being regulated or inspected by the state, Beisley Lake Dam-South plays a crucial role in regulating water flow along TR-BROAD WATERS MUDDY CREEK.
This dam, managed by the Tulsa District of the US Army Corps of Engineers, is situated in a rural area with a drainage area of 170 square miles. The reservoir created by Beisley Lake Dam-South has a normal storage capacity of 83 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 10 acres. While the dam is not currently rated for condition assessment, its low hazard potential suggests that it poses minimal risk to surrounding communities.
Although Beisley Lake Dam-South does not have an Emergency Action Plan (EAP) in place or updated contact information for emergency situations, its strategic location and design contribute to water resource management and environmental conservation efforts in the region. For water resource and climate enthusiasts, this dam serves as a reminder of the importance of maintaining and monitoring critical infrastructure to ensure the safety and sustainability of our water systems.
Year Completed |
1962 |
Dam Height |
25 |
River Or Stream |
TR-BROAD WATERS MUDDY CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
10 |
Drainage Area |
170 |
Nid Storage |
134 |
Structural Height |
25 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
25 |