Werths Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Opfer Lake Dam Edwin A. Pape Lake Dam
Last Updated: December 21, 2025
Werths Lake Dam, located in Lafayette, Missouri, serves multiple purposes including fire protection, stock, small fish pond, recreation, and water supply.
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Summary
Built in 1954, this earth dam stands at a height of 22 feet, with a storage capacity of 71 acre-feet. The dam is situated on TR-Peavine Creek and is managed by private owners.
Despite its low hazard potential, Werths Lake Dam has a moderate risk assessment rating of 3, indicating the need for some risk management measures. The dam has not been inspected recently, and its condition remains unrated. With no state jurisdiction or regulation, this private dam operates independently, with no state permitting, inspection, or enforcement in place.
Although Werths Lake Dam is not federally owned or funded, its role in providing water resources for the surrounding area is crucial. As water resource and climate enthusiasts, understanding the complexities and management of dams like Werths Lake Dam can shed light on the importance of maintaining and regulating these structures for both safety and sustainability.
Year Completed |
1954 |
Dam Height |
22 |
River Or Stream |
TR-PEAVINE CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
6 |
Drainage Area |
150 |
Nid Storage |
71 |
Structural Height |
22 |
Outlet Gates |
None |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
22 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Missouri River At Waverly
|
26400cfs |
Blackwater River At Blue Lick
|
27cfs |
Wakenda Creek At Carrollton
|
10cfs |
Crooked River Near Richmond
|
3cfs |
Big Creek Near Blairstown
|
10cfs |
Lamine River Near Otterville
|
14cfs |
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.
Werths Lake Dam