Masters Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 6, 2025

Masters Dam, located in Dent County, Missouri, is a privately owned earth dam constructed in 1962 for recreational purposes along the Lost Creek.


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Summary

With a height of 33 feet and a storage capacity of 565 acre-feet, this dam serves as a popular spot for outdoor enthusiasts looking to enjoy activities such as fishing, boating, and hiking in a serene natural setting.

Despite its primary purpose for recreation, Masters Dam has a high hazard potential, which means that it poses a significant risk to downstream communities in the event of a failure. While the dam's condition has not been officially rated and its last inspection dates back to 1978, it is crucial for local authorities to prioritize regular maintenance and safety measures to ensure the structural integrity of the dam and the safety of surrounding areas.

With its picturesque location and vast surface area of 32 acres, Masters Dam offers a unique opportunity for visitors to appreciate the beauty of the natural landscape while also highlighting the importance of responsible dam management and maintenance in safeguarding water resources and mitigating potential climate-related risks associated with dam infrastructure.

Year Completed

1962

Dam Height

33

River Or Stream

LOST CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

32

Drainage Area

2111

Nid Storage

565

Structural Height

33

Hazard Potential

High

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

33
       
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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.