Kelley Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Hewlett Lake Dam Chamberlain Dam
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Kelley Lake Dam, located in Poplar Bluff, Missouri, was completed in 1968 and serves multiple purposes including fire protection, stock, and small fish pond.
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Summary
The dam, primarily owned by a private entity, is an earth dam with a buttress core type, standing at a height of 25 feet. It has a storage capacity of 107 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 8 acres, with a drainage area of 140 acres. Despite not being state regulated, the dam has a high hazard potential and is currently not rated in terms of condition assessment.
The dam on Black Creek, managed by the Memphis District of the US Army Corps of Engineers, does not have a spillway and is not inspected regularly. While no emergency action plan is in place, the dam's condition and risk management measures are not currently assessed or updated. The dam's location in a rural area and its purpose for fire protection make it essential for ensuring the safety and stability of the surrounding community, especially with its high hazard potential. Enthusiasts of water resources and climate change should monitor the developments and maintenance of Kelley Lake Dam to safeguard against potential risks and ensure sustainable water management practices in the region.
Year Completed |
1968 |
Dam Height |
25 |
River Or Stream |
BLACK CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
8 |
Drainage Area |
140 |
Nid Storage |
107 |
Structural Height |
25 |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
25 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Black River At Poplar Bluff
|
858cfs |
Little Black River Below Fairdealing
|
113cfs |
St. Francis River At Wappapello
|
695cfs |
Current River At Doniphan
|
1900cfs |
Black River At Leeper
|
508cfs |
Black River Near Corning
|
789cfs |
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.
Kelley Lake Dam