Lake Lorraine Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 6, 2025

Lake Lorraine Dam, located in Jefferson, Missouri, is a private-owned structure completed in 1957 for recreational purposes.


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Summary

With a height of 46 feet and a length of 1100 feet, the dam stands as a significant landmark along a tributary of Sandy Creek. The dam has a storage capacity of 576 acre-feet and a surface area of 54 acres, providing ample water resources for recreational activities in the area.

Despite its satisfactory condition assessment in 2007, Lake Lorraine Dam is classified with a high hazard potential, emphasizing the importance of regular inspections and maintenance. The dam is regulated by the DAM AND RESERVOIR SAFETY PROG in Missouri, ensuring state jurisdiction, permitting, inspection, and enforcement. With a moderate risk assessment, the dam presents a manageable level of risk, but measures must be taken to mitigate any potential dangers and ensure the safety of the surrounding community.

For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Lake Lorraine Dam serves as a valuable asset for recreation and water storage in the region. Its earth dam structure with stone core and rock foundation showcases engineering ingenuity from its construction in 1957. As a significant feature along the Kansas City District, the dam provides not only leisure opportunities but also highlights the importance of proper dam management and safety protocols in ensuring sustainable water resource utilization amidst changing climate conditions.

Year Completed

1957

Dam Length

1100

Dam Height

46

River Or Stream

TRIBUTARY OF SANDY CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

54

Drainage Area

850

Nid Storage

576

Structural Height

46

Outlet Gates

None

Hazard Potential

High

Foundations

Rock

Nid Height

46
       
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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.