Schuette Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 21, 2025
Schuette Lake Dam, located in Lafayette County, Missouri, is a private earth dam primarily used for recreation purposes.
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Summary
Standing at a height of 25 feet, the dam has a storage capacity of 94 acre-feet and a normal storage level of 60 acre-feet. The dam is associated with the TR-Davis Creek and is situated near the city of SWEETSPRINGS.
Although the dam is not regulated by the state and has not been inspected or rated for its condition, it is classified as having a high hazard potential. Despite the lack of recent assessments, the dam's structure and foundation are listed as buttress and unlisted/unknown, respectively. While the emergency action plan (EAP) status and risk assessment measures are also unknown, the dam remains a significant feature in the local water resource landscape.
With a risk of high hazard potential and no recent condition assessment or emergency action plan in place, Schuette Lake Dam presents a potential risk to the surrounding community. For water resource and climate enthusiasts, monitoring and ensuring the safety and maintenance of this dam is crucial to prevent any potential disasters or emergencies. The dam's location, purpose, and storage capacity make it an essential element to be included in any future risk assessment and management plans.
Dam Height |
25 |
River Or Stream |
TR-DAVIS CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
7 |
Drainage Area |
240 |
Nid Storage |
94 |
Structural Height |
25 |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
25 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Missouri River At Waverly
|
26400cfs |
Blackwater River At Blue Lick
|
26cfs |
Wakenda Creek At Carrollton
|
9cfs |
Crooked River Near Richmond
|
3cfs |
Lamine River Near Otterville
|
14cfs |
Little Blue River Near Lake City
|
15cfs |
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.
Schuette Lake Dam