Lakenan Lake Dam Reservoir Report
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Last Updated: December 31, 2025
Lakenan Lake Dam, located in Perry, Missouri, was completed in 1966 and stands at a height of 30 feet.
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Summary
The dam serves multiple purposes, including fire protection, stock, small fish pond, and recreation. With a storage capacity of 128 acre-feet and a normal storage level of 69 acre-feet, the dam covers a surface area of 8 acres and drains a watershed area of 190 acres.
Despite its age, Lakenan Lake Dam has not been rated for its condition and carries a high hazard potential. The last inspection took place in December 1980, indicating a lack of recent oversight. While the dam is privately owned and not regulated by the state, its location on TR-Spring Branch and proximity to Lithium, Missouri, make it a significant structure in the region. Water resource and climate enthusiasts may be interested in the potential risks and management measures associated with this dam, as well as its historical significance in the local landscape.
Year Completed |
1966 |
Dam Height |
30 |
River Or Stream |
TR-SPRING BRANCH |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
8 |
Drainage Area |
190 |
Nid Storage |
128 |
Structural Height |
30 |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
30 |
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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.
Lakenan Lake Dam