Lucks Lake Dam, located in Marthasville, Missouri, is a privately owned earth dam primarily used for recreation.
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This dam, completed in 1968, stands at a height of 20 feet and has a storage capacity of 86 acre-feet. Situated on TR Kochs Creek, the dam serves the purpose of providing recreational opportunities for visitors in the area, with a normal storage capacity of 53 acre-feet.
Although not regulated by the state or federal agencies, Lucks Lake Dam has been classified with a high hazard potential due to its condition assessment being marked as "Not Rated". Despite lacking information on its inspection frequency and emergency action plan preparedness, the dam continues to be a popular spot for outdoor enthusiasts seeking recreational activities such as fishing, boating, and picnicking. For water resource and climate enthusiasts, the unique design of this buttress-type dam offers a glimpse into the engineering feats of the past and the importance of maintaining infrastructure for both safety and enjoyment.
Year Completed |
1968 |
Dam Height |
20 |
River Or Stream |
TR KOCHS CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
8 |
Drainage Area |
85 |
Nid Storage |
86 |
Structural Height |
20 |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
20 |
Missouri River At Hermann
|
28800cfs |
Bourbeuse River At Union
|
93cfs |
Cuivre River Near Troy
|
24cfs |
Dardenne Creek At Ofallon
|
9cfs |
Meramec River At Pacific
|
618cfs |
Bonhomme Creek Near Ellisville
|
0cfs |