Elk Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Lake Ralph Foster Dam Circle Lake Dam
Last Updated: December 19, 2025
Elk Lake Dam, located in Turner, Missouri, was completed in 1971 and serves multiple purposes including fire protection, stock, and small fish pond.
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Summary
This private dam, with a height of 30 feet and a storage capacity of 32 acre-feet, plays a crucial role in managing water resources in the area. Situated on the TR to James River, it covers a surface area of 2 acres and has a drainage area of 43 square miles.
Despite not being regulated by the state and lacking inspection and enforcement measures, Elk Lake Dam has a high hazard potential. The condition of the dam is currently not rated, raising concerns about its safety and potential risks to the surrounding community. With its primary purpose being fire protection, it is essential to ensure that proper risk management measures are in place to prevent any potential disasters and protect the environment and wildlife in the area.
As climate change continues to impact water resources and weather patterns, dams like Elk Lake Dam play a crucial role in water management and conservation efforts. With its strategic location and multiple purposes, it is essential to prioritize the maintenance and safety of this dam to ensure its continued effectiveness in providing water for irrigation, fire protection, and supporting local ecosystems. Collaborative efforts between private owners, state agencies, and stakeholders are needed to monitor and address any potential risks associated with Elk Lake Dam to safeguard its long-term functionality and sustainability.
Year Completed |
1971 |
Dam Height |
30 |
River Or Stream |
TR TO JAMES RIVER |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
2 |
Drainage Area |
43 |
Nid Storage |
32 |
Structural Height |
30 |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
30 |
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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.
Elk Lake Dam