Borgelt Lake Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 19, 2025

Borgelt Lake Dam, located in St.


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Summary

Peters, Missouri, was completed in 1964 and serves as a private recreational facility along Tr Dardenne Creek. The dam is primarily an earth structure with a buttress core type and stands at a height of 25 feet, providing a storage capacity of 54 acre-feet. With a surface area of 4 acres and a drainage area of 66 square miles, the dam offers a low hazard potential and has not been rated for condition assessment.

Despite being privately owned, Borgelt Lake Dam does not fall under state jurisdiction, regulation, or permitting. The dam is not inspected, regulated, or enforced by any state agency, making it unique in terms of its management and oversight. With its primary purpose being recreation, the dam offers a peaceful retreat for water resource and climate enthusiasts looking to enjoy the serene beauty of the surrounding area.

Situated within the Kansas City District and under the congressional representation of Blaine Luetkemeyer (R), Borgelt Lake Dam stands as a testament to private ownership and stewardship in maintaining water resources for recreational purposes. While lacking in official assessments and emergency preparedness, the dam's existence adds to the diversity of water infrastructure in the region, catering to those seeking a tranquil escape in the heart of Missouri.

Year Completed

1964

Dam Height

25

River Or Stream

TR DARDENNE CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

4

Drainage Area

66

Nid Storage

54

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.