Hillview Lake Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Hillview Lake Dam in Leadwood, Missouri, serves multiple purposes, including fire protection, stock, and a small fish pond, making it a vital resource for the local community.


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Summary

Constructed in 1960, this earth dam stands at a height of 25 feet and has a storage capacity of 67 acre-feet. With a surface area of 5 acres and a drainage area of 660 acres, the dam plays a crucial role in managing water resources in the region.

Despite its low hazard potential, Hillview Lake Dam has not been rated for its condition assessment, highlighting the need for regular inspections and maintenance to ensure its long-term stability. The dam is not federally regulated and is privately owned, adding to the responsibility of its owners to maintain its integrity. With a primary purpose of fire protection and recreational use, this dam is a valuable asset for the community, providing essential water storage and recreational opportunities for residents and visitors alike.

Located on TR-LOST CREEK and managed by the Kansas City District of the US Army Corps of Engineers, Hillview Lake Dam stands as a testament to the importance of water resource management and climate resilience. As climate change continues to impact water availability and quality, dams like Hillview play a crucial role in safeguarding water resources for future generations.

Year Completed

1960

Dam Height

25

River Or Stream

TR-LOST CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

5

Drainage Area

660

Nid Storage

67

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.