Friedrich Lake Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 20, 2025

Located in Woolridge, Missouri, the Friedrich Lake Dam stands as a symbol of private ownership and recreational use since its completion in 1970.


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Summary

With a primary purpose of providing recreational opportunities, this earth dam with a buttress core type holds a storage capacity of 106 acre-feet, offering a serene surface area of 9 acres for visitors to enjoy. Situated along the TR-Petite Saline Creek, the dam serves as a vital resource for the local community, although it is not regulated by the state.

Despite its high hazard potential, the Friedrich Lake Dam has not been rated for its condition assessment, raising concerns about its long-term safety and maintenance. The dam's emergency action plan and risk management measures remain undisclosed, leaving uncertainty about the potential risks and management strategies in case of emergencies. With its location in Cooper County, Missouri, and under the jurisdiction of the Kansas City District, the Friedrich Lake Dam presents a picturesque yet enigmatic structure that demands attention from water resource and climate enthusiasts alike.

Year Completed

1970

Dam Height

22

River Or Stream

TR-PETITE SALINE CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

9

Drainage Area

48

Nid Storage

106

Structural Height

22

Hazard Potential

High

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

22
       
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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.