Lake Kah-Tan-Da Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Lake Kah-Tan-Da Dam in Perry, Missouri, is a privately owned structure with a primary purpose of recreation.
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Summary
Built in 1966 by designer Fred Bennet, this earth dam stands at a height of 56 feet and spans 850 feet in length. With a storage capacity of 950 acre-feet, the dam serves as a crucial water resource for the area, holding a normal storage level of 712 acre-feet.
Situated on TR-Nations Creek, the dam features an uncontrolled spillway with a width of 25 feet. Despite its high hazard potential, the dam is assessed to be in satisfactory condition as of July 2011. Regular inspections are conducted, with the last one being in March 2017, to ensure the safety and integrity of the structure. The dam is under state regulation, permitting, inspection, and enforcement by the Dam and Reservoir Safety Program.
Lake Kah-Tan-Da Dam offers a surface area of 50 acres and serves as a popular destination for recreational activities. With its serene surroundings and ample storage capacity, the dam plays a vital role in providing water resources for the local community while also being a hub for outdoor enthusiasts and climate-conscious individuals looking to explore and enjoy the beauty of nature.
Year Completed |
1966 |
Dam Length |
850 |
Dam Height |
56 |
River Or Stream |
TR-NATIONS CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
50 |
Drainage Area |
365 |
Nid Storage |
950 |
Structural Height |
56 |
Outlet Gates |
None |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Foundations |
Rock |
Nid Height |
56 |
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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 Kah-Tan-Da Dam