Russell Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Russell Lake Dam, located in Harviell, Missouri, was completed in 1973 and serves as a recreational spot for water resource and climate enthusiasts in the area.
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Summary
Classified as an earth dam with a buttress core type, the structure stands at a height of 20 feet and has a storage capacity of 257 acre-feet. The dam is situated on TR-Cane Creek and covers a surface area of 24 acres within a drainage area of 260 square miles.
Despite being privately owned, Russell Lake Dam is not regulated by the state and has a low hazard potential. The condition assessment of the dam is currently not rated, and there is no emergency action plan in place. The dam has not undergone any recent inspections, and there is limited information available on its risk management measures. However, the dam continues to provide recreational opportunities for the local community and remains a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts.
Year Completed |
1973 |
Dam Height |
20 |
River Or Stream |
TR-CANE CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
24 |
Drainage Area |
260 |
Nid Storage |
257 |
Structural Height |
20 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
20 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Black River At Poplar Bluff
|
858cfs |
Little Black River Below Fairdealing
|
113cfs |
St. Francis River At Wappapello
|
695cfs |
Current River At Doniphan
|
1900cfs |
Black River Near Corning
|
789cfs |
Black River At Leeper
|
508cfs |
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.
Russell Lake Dam