Pemberton Lake Dam-Us Survey 2283 Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 6, 2025

Pemberton Lake Dam, located in Cape Girardeau, Missouri, is a privately owned structure that serves the primary purpose of flood risk reduction.


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Summary

Built in 1970, this earth dam stands at a height of 25 feet and has a storage capacity of 80 acre-feet, with a normal storage level of 50 acre-feet. The dam is situated on TR-Hubble Creek, and its low hazard potential is indicative of its low risk of failure.

Despite being privately owned, Pemberton Lake Dam is not regulated by the state of Missouri and does not require regular inspections or enforcement. The dam also serves secondary purposes such as debris control, fire protection, and recreational activities. With a condition assessment of "Not Rated," the structure's safety and stability are yet to be fully evaluated, but its low hazard potential suggests a relatively low risk to surrounding communities in case of failure.

Although Pemberton Lake Dam-Us Survey 2283 does not fall under the jurisdiction of state agencies, its crucial role in flood risk reduction and other secondary functions highlights its importance in the local ecosystem. As climate change continues to impact water resources, it becomes increasingly vital to monitor and maintain such structures to ensure their effectiveness in mitigating natural disasters and preserving the environment.

Year Completed

1970

Dam Height

25

River Or Stream

TR-HUBBLE CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

6

Drainage Area

50

Nid Storage

80

Structural Height

25

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

25
       
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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.