Spring Lake Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 6, 2025

Spring Lake Dam, located in Victoria, Missouri, was completed in 1970 for the primary purpose of recreation.


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Summary

This privately owned Earth dam stands at a height of 20 feet and has a storage capacity of 64 acre-feet. Despite not being state regulated or inspected, the dam has a high hazard potential, indicating the importance of proper maintenance and monitoring.

The dam, situated on TR Ball Branch, is surrounded by a surface area of 6 acres and drains a watershed area of 800 acres. Although the dam's condition is currently not rated and it has not been inspected since 1978, its high hazard potential underscores the need for regular assessments and emergency action planning. With a lack of regulatory oversight, it is crucial for the owners to prioritize safety measures and risk management to prevent potential disasters.

Given its critical location and high hazard potential, Spring Lake Dam serves as a reminder of the importance of proper dam maintenance and monitoring. Water resource and climate enthusiasts should advocate for increased inspection frequency and the development of emergency action plans to mitigate the risks associated with this recreational dam in Jefferson County, Missouri.

Year Completed

1970

Dam Height

20

River Or Stream

TR BALL BRANCH

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

6

Drainage Area

800

Nid Storage

64

Structural Height

20

Hazard Potential

High

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

20
       
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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.