Lee Sualts Reservoir Report
Nearby: Mirts Lake Dam Herring Lake Dam
Last Updated: December 9, 2025
Lee Sualts is a privately owned earth dam located in Callaway, Missouri, along the TR Crows Fork river.
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Summary
Built in 1960, this dam primarily serves as a recreational area, offering visitors a serene environment for outdoor activities. With a height of 16 feet and a storage capacity of 60 acre-feet, Lee Sualts covers a surface area of 7 acres and drains an area of 30 acres.
Despite its low hazard potential and current "not rated" condition assessment, Lee Sualts has not undergone recent inspections or assessments. The dam does not fall under federal or state regulatory jurisdiction, with no associated agencies overseeing its maintenance or operations. The lack of updated emergency action plans and risk management measures raises concerns about the dam's preparedness for potential emergencies.
For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Lee Sualts presents an interesting case study of a privately owned dam that may benefit from increased oversight and maintenance to ensure its long-term safety and functionality. With its picturesque location and recreational opportunities, this dam serves as a reminder of the importance of responsible dam ownership and management to protect both people and the environment.
Year Completed |
1960 |
Dam Height |
16 |
River Or Stream |
TR CROWS FORK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
7 |
Drainage Area |
30 |
Nid Storage |
60 |
Structural Height |
16 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
16 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Missouri River At Jefferson City
|
31800cfs |
Missouri River At Hermann
|
30000cfs |
Moreau River Near Jefferson City
|
53cfs |
Hinkson Creek At Columbia
|
2cfs |
Maries River At Westphalia
|
15cfs |
Gasconade River Near Rich Fountain
|
942cfs |
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.
Lee Sualts