Wray Lake Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Wray Lake Dam, located in Benton County, Missouri, is a private earth dam primarily used for recreation purposes.


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Summary

The dam has a height of 25 feet and a storage capacity of 160 acre-feet, with a normal storage level of 100 acre-feet. The dam impounds the TR-Cole Camp Creek, creating a surface area of 12 acres and draining an area of 350 square miles.

Despite its low hazard potential, Wray Lake Dam has not been rated for its condition assessment. The dam does not fall under state jurisdiction and is not subject to state regulations, permitting, inspection, or enforcement. The dam is situated in the Kansas City District and is not owned or funded by any federal agency.

Water resource and climate enthusiasts interested in visiting Wray Lake Dam for recreational activities should note its private ownership and limited hazard potential. While the dam provides a picturesque setting for outdoor activities, it is important to be mindful of its condition assessment and lack of state oversight. With its location in the scenic countryside of Benton County, Wray Lake Dam offers a tranquil escape for nature lovers and adventure seekers alike.

Dam Height

25

River Or Stream

TR-COLE CAMP CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

12

Drainage Area

350

Nid Storage

160

Structural Height

25

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

25
       
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Condition Assessment

Satisfactory
No 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

High
Dams 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.