Street Lake Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 6, 2025

Street Lake Dam in Dent, Missouri, stands as a serene retreat for water resource and climate enthusiasts alike.


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Summary

Built in 1970, this private Earth dam serves primarily for recreational purposes, offering a tranquil oasis amidst the TR-SPRING CREEK. With a height of 25 feet and a storage capacity of 80 acre-feet, the dam provides a peaceful surface area of 6 acres and drains an area of 350 acres.

Located in Salem, Missouri, Street Lake Dam boasts a low hazard potential and has not been rated for its condition. Despite its age, the dam's maintenance and safety remain a priority, ensuring the enjoyment and safety of visitors. While no state regulations or inspections are currently in place, the dam continues to enchant visitors with its natural beauty and recreational opportunities.

With its Butress core type and unlisted foundation, Street Lake Dam offers a glimpse into the unique engineering of Earth dams. While lacking in certain features such as a spillway or outlet gates, the dam's simplistic design adds to its charm and peaceful ambiance. As water levels ebb and flow, Street Lake Dam remains a picturesque destination for nature enthusiasts and a reminder of the importance of maintaining our water resources in harmony with the environment.

Year Completed

1970

Dam Height

25

River Or Stream

TR-SPRING CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

6

Drainage Area

350

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.