Hayes Lake Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 6, 2025

Hayes Lake Dam, located in Pettis, Missouri, is a privately owned earth dam with a buttress core type and a height of 20 feet.


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Summary

The dam has a storage capacity of 16 acre-feet and a surface area of 2 acres, serving a vital role in water resource management in the area. Although the dam is not regulated by the state and has not been inspected or assessed for its condition, it is classified as having a high hazard potential.

Despite its lack of recent evaluations, Hayes Lake Dam remains a crucial structure for flood control and water storage in the region. With a capacity to hold up to 16 acre-feet of water, the dam plays a significant role in managing water resources and protecting the surrounding area from potential flooding events. While there are no specific purposes listed for the dam, its existence is essential for maintaining the stability of the local ecosystem and supporting the needs of nearby communities.

Although the dam's condition is currently listed as "Not Rated" and there is no information on its completion date or recent inspections, its high hazard potential underscores the importance of continued monitoring and maintenance. As climate change impacts become more pronounced, the role of dams like Hayes Lake Dam in ensuring water security and resilience to extreme weather events will only become more critical. As such, efforts to assess and address any potential risks associated with the dam should be prioritized to safeguard the surrounding environment and communities that rely on its functions.

Dam Height

20

Surface Area

2

Nid Storage

16

Hazard Potential

High

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

20
       
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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.