Burk Bridge Company West Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 19, 2025
The Burk Bridge Company West Lake Dam, located in High Prairie, Missouri, was completed in 1968 and serves primarily for irrigation purposes.
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Summary
This private earth dam stands at a height of 32 feet and has a storage capacity of 188 acre-feet. With a surface area of 11 acres and a drainage area of 230 square miles, the dam plays a crucial role in providing water for agricultural activities in the region.
Despite its important role in irrigation, the Burk Bridge Company West Lake Dam has a high hazard potential and is currently not rated for its condition assessment. This dam, which is owned privately, has not been inspected or regulated by the state agencies, and there is no emergency action plan in place. Climate enthusiasts and water resource experts may find this dam intriguing for its historical significance and the potential risks associated with its current condition.
As a part of the TR-OSAGE FORK-GASCONADE RIVER system, the Burk Bridge Company West Lake Dam stands as a reminder of the importance of proper maintenance and monitoring of water infrastructure in the face of changing climate patterns. With its high hazard potential and lack of regulatory oversight, this dam serves as a focal point for discussions on the intersection of water resource management and climate resilience in the region.
Year Completed |
1968 |
Dam Height |
32 |
River Or Stream |
TR-OSAGE FORK-GASCONADE RIVER |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
11 |
Drainage Area |
230 |
Nid Storage |
188 |
Structural Height |
32 |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
32 |
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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.
Burk Bridge Company West Lake Dam