Lake Ziske Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Lake Turner Dam Bass Dam
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Lake Ziske Dam, located in Dent County, Missouri, was completed in 1965 and serves as a private recreational spot for water enthusiasts.
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Summary
With a dam height of 24 feet and a storage capacity of 372 acre-feet, the dam provides a surface area of 29 acres for recreational activities. Despite not being regulated by the state, the dam has a high hazard potential, making it crucial to ensure proper maintenance and emergency preparedness.
Although the dam's condition assessment is currently listed as "Not Rated," its last inspection date dates back to 1978, highlighting the need for updated safety evaluations. With a primary purpose of recreation, Lake Ziske Dam offers a serene retreat for visitors, surrounded by the picturesque landscapes of Dent County. The dam's structure, primarily of earth and buttress composition, adds to its charm and functionality for recreational use.
For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Lake Ziske Dam presents an intriguing case study of a privately owned recreational facility with significant storage capacity and potential hazards. Understanding the dynamics of this dam, located in the tributary to Spring Creek, can shed light on the importance of proper monitoring and maintenance practices to ensure the safety of both the dam and its surrounding environment.
Year Completed |
1965 |
Dam Height |
24 |
River Or Stream |
TRIBUTARY TO SPRING CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
29 |
Drainage Area |
375 |
Nid Storage |
372 |
Structural Height |
24 |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
24 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Meramec River At Cook Station
|
45cfs |
Current River Above Akers
|
196cfs |
Meramec River Near Steelville
|
232cfs |
Little Piney Creek At Newburg
|
82cfs |
Big Piney River Near Big Piney
|
220cfs |
Big Piney Below Ft. Leonard Wood
|
279cfs |
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.
Lake Ziske Dam