Martin Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Blues Pond Dam Affolter Lake Dam
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Martin Lake Dam, located in Phelps County, Missouri, is a private earth dam constructed in 1970 primarily for recreational purposes.
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Summary
With a height of 19 feet and a storage capacity of 81 acre-feet, the dam impounds Tick Creek, creating an 8-acre surface area for activities such as fishing and boating. Despite being privately owned and not regulated by state agencies, the dam has a low hazard potential and is currently rated as "Not Rated" in terms of condition assessment.
The dam's design features a buttress core type and an unlisted/unknown foundation. While it does not have a spillway, the dam has a maximum storage capacity of 81 acre-feet and a normal storage level of 40 acre-feet. The surrounding area has a drainage area of 150 square miles, emphasizing the importance of the dam in managing water resources in the region. With its picturesque location and recreational opportunities, Martin Lake Dam serves as a key feature in the local landscape for water resource and climate enthusiasts to explore and appreciate.
Year Completed |
1970 |
Dam Height |
19 |
River Or Stream |
TICK CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
8 |
Drainage Area |
150 |
Nid Storage |
81 |
Structural Height |
19 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
19 |
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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.
Martin Lake Dam