Brent Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Stace Shannon Lake Alter Dam
Last Updated: March 5, 2026
Brent Lake Dam, located in Howell, Missouri, was completed in 1973 and serves as a recreational spot for water resource and climate enthusiasts.
Summary
The dam stands at 30 feet high and has a storage capacity of 369 acre-feet, with a normal storage capacity of 184 acre-feet. It is categorized as an Earth dam with a buttress core type and is situated on the TR-South Fork Spring River.
Despite its primary purpose for recreation, Brent Lake Dam has a hazard potential rating of "High" and its condition assessment is currently listed as "Not Rated." The dam does not fall under state jurisdiction or regulation, and it is privately owned. With multiple associated structures and a drainage area of 420 square miles, the dam presents both opportunities for leisure activities and potential risks that need to be monitored and managed effectively.
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15-Day Weather Outlook
Year Completed |
1973 |
Dam Height |
30 |
River Or Stream |
TR-SOUTH FORK SPRING RIVER |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
23 |
Drainage Area |
420 |
Nid Storage |
369 |
Structural Height |
30 |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
30 |
Seasonal Comparison
5-Day Hourly Forecast Detail
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Mammoth Spring At Mammoth Spring
|
428cfs |
North Fork River Near Tecumseh
|
519cfs |
Spring River At Town Branch Bridge At Hardy
|
1060cfs |
Bryant Creek Near Tecumseh
|
269cfs |
Jacks Fork Near Mountain View
|
127cfs |
Eleven Point River Near Bardley
|
379cfs |
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.
Brent Lake Dam