Lake Serene Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Watson Lake Dam Mo No Name
Last Updated: December 21, 2025
Lake Serene Dam, located in Franklin County, Missouri, stands as a vital infrastructure for flood risk reduction along a tributary of Calvey Creek.
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Summary
Built in 1957, this private earth dam stands at a height of 42 feet and stretches 1,175 feet in length, providing a maximum storage capacity of 913 acre-feet. Despite its age, the dam has been inspected regularly and deemed to be in satisfactory condition, with a high hazard potential due to its critical role in preventing flooding in the area.
The dam's primary purpose is flood risk reduction, but it also serves as a recreational spot, offering a surface area of 65 acres for water activities. Managed by the DAM AND RESERVOIR SAFETY PROG of Missouri, Lake Serene Dam has a spillway width of 50 feet and a maximum discharge capacity of 1,000 cubic feet per second. With a risk assessment rating of moderate, the dam's emergency action plan was last revised in 2014, ensuring that necessary measures are in place to mitigate any potential risks associated with its operation.
This Earth dam is a crucial component of the local water resource infrastructure, providing both flood protection and recreational opportunities for the community. Climate and water resource enthusiasts would appreciate the engineering ingenuity behind Lake Serene Dam, as well as the meticulous regulatory oversight that ensures its safety and functionality for years to come.
Year Completed |
1957 |
Dam Length |
1175 |
Dam Height |
42 |
River Or Stream |
TRIBUTARY OF CALVEY CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
65 |
Drainage Area |
939 |
Nid Storage |
913 |
Structural Height |
42 |
Outlet Gates |
None |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
42 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Meramec River At Pacific
|
557cfs |
Big River At Byrnesville
|
176cfs |
Bourbeuse River At Union
|
73cfs |
Meramec River Near Eureka
|
858cfs |
Bonhomme Creek Near Ellisville
|
0cfs |
Kiefer Creek Near Ballwin
|
1cfs |
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.
Lake Serene Dam