Newland West Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 12, 2025
Newland West Lake Dam, located in Aullville, Missouri, was completed in 1977 and serves as a Fish and Wildlife Pond.
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Summary
This private dam is primarily used for grade stabilization, irrigation, and recreation purposes, covering a surface area of 5 acres with a storage capacity of 66 acre-feet. The dam, with a height of 27 feet and a length of 500 feet, is of earth construction with a stone core and soil foundation.
The dam's spillway type is uncontrolled, with a width of 30 feet, and has a low hazard potential. Despite not being regulated or inspected by the state, the dam's condition is considered not rated, and it has a moderate risk assessment rating. The dam is situated on TR-South Davis Creek and falls under the jurisdiction of the Kansas City District. With its scenic location and multiple purposes, Newland West Lake Dam is a valuable resource for the local community and a point of interest for water resource and climate enthusiasts.
While the dam has not been modified over the years and lacks certain emergency preparedness measures, its risk management measures and overall function are deemed satisfactory. The dam does not have outlet gates or associated structures, and its risk assessment indicates a moderate level of risk. As a key feature in Lafayette County, Missouri, Newland West Lake Dam stands as a testament to the importance of maintaining and managing water resources for both ecological and recreational purposes.
Year Completed |
1977 |
Dam Length |
500 |
Dam Height |
27 |
River Or Stream |
TR-SOUTH DAVIS CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
5 |
Hydraulic Height |
26 |
Drainage Area |
350 |
Nid Storage |
66 |
Structural Height |
28 |
Outlet Gates |
None |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
28 |
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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.
Newland West Lake Dam