Hoeppner South Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 11, 2025
Hoeppner South Lake Dam in Waverly, Missouri, is a private earth dam primarily used for irrigation with a storage capacity of 48 acre-feet.
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Summary
The dam stands at a height of 30 feet and has a drainage area of 250 square miles, serving as a vital water resource for the surrounding area. Although not regulated by the state, the dam poses a high hazard potential and has not been rated for its condition.
Located on TR to Brush Creek, the Hoeppner South Lake Dam plays a crucial role in fire protection, stock watering, small fish pond management, irrigation, and recreational activities in the region. The dam's construction designer remains unknown, and its last inspection date, as well as its condition assessment and emergency action plan status, are currently unspecified. Enthusiasts of water resources and climate in Lafayette County, Missouri, may find the Hoeppner South Lake Dam an intriguing site to explore and study, given its high hazard potential and significant role in the local water management system.
Dam Height |
30 |
River Or Stream |
TR TO BRUSH CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
3 |
Drainage Area |
250 |
Nid Storage |
48 |
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.
Hoeppner South Lake Dam