Veulemans Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Veulemans Lake Dam, located in Marion, Missouri, was completed in 1963 and serves as a vital water resource for the surrounding area.
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Summary
With a storage capacity of 67 acre-feet, the dam primarily caters to recreational activities while also providing water supply. Situated on TR-Smiley Creek, the dam boasts an earth core type with a structural height of 25 feet, ensuring low hazard potential and a safe environment for visitors.
Owned privately, Veulemans Lake Dam is not regulated by the state and has not been inspected or permitted by any regulatory agencies. Despite its low hazard potential, the dam's condition assessment remains unrated, highlighting the need for further evaluation and maintenance. With a surface area of 5 acres and a drainage area of 160 square miles, the dam plays a crucial role in managing water resources in the region, contributing to both recreation and water supply needs.
As a popular spot for outdoor enthusiasts and climate advocates, Veulemans Lake Dam offers a serene setting for various recreational activities. With Vicky Hartzler (R) as the congressional representative for the area, the dam stands as a testament to responsible water management and conservation efforts. Although the dam's emergency action plan and risk assessment details are currently unavailable, its significance in supporting the local ecosystem and community's water needs cannot be understated.
Year Completed |
1963 |
Dam Height |
25 |
River Or Stream |
TR-SMILEY CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
5 |
Drainage Area |
160 |
Nid Storage |
67 |
Structural Height |
25 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
25 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Lamine River Near Otterville
|
40cfs |
Missouri River At Boonville
|
35200cfs |
Hinkson Creek At Columbia
|
3cfs |
Blackwater River At Blue Lick
|
82cfs |
Moniteau Creek Near Fayette
|
4cfs |
Missouri River At Jefferson City
|
37000cfs |
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.
Veulemans Lake Dam