Meyer Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Strubberg Lake Dam Panhorst Lake Dam
Last Updated: December 8, 2025
Meyer Lake Dam, located in Franklin County, Missouri, was completed in 1961 and serves multiple purposes including fire protection, stock, and small fish pond.
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Summary
This privately-owned earth dam with a buttress core reaches a height of 25 feet and has a storage capacity of 80 acre-feet, with a normal storage level of 40 acre-feet. The dam is situated on a tributary to Cedar Fork Creek and covers a surface area of 6 acres within a drainage area of 120 acres.
Despite being classified as having a low hazard potential, Meyer Lake Dam has not been rated for its condition assessment. The dam does not fall under state regulation or inspection, and there are no records of emergency action plans or risk assessments associated with the structure. While the dam does not have a spillway or outlet gates, it remains an important resource for the local community in terms of water supply, wildlife conservation, and recreational activities. The presence of Meyer Lake Dam highlights the importance of maintaining and monitoring earth dams to ensure the safety and sustainability of water resources in the region.
Year Completed |
1961 |
Dam Height |
25 |
River Or Stream |
TR TO CEDAR FORK CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
6 |
Drainage Area |
120 |
Nid Storage |
80 |
Structural Height |
25 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
25 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Missouri River At Hermann
|
31200cfs |
Bourbeuse River At Union
|
110cfs |
Meramec River Near Sullivan
|
437cfs |
Bourbeuse River Near High Gate
|
1cfs |
Gasconade River Near Rich Fountain
|
960cfs |
Meramec River At Pacific
|
676cfs |
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.
Meyer Lake Dam