Collins Lake Dam-Sect 31 Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 6, 2025

Collins Lake Dam-Sect 31, located in Wayne County, Missouri, is a privately owned earth dam that was completed in 1971 with a primary purpose of recreation.


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Summary

The dam stands at a height of 25 feet and has a storage capacity of 67 acre-feet. Situated on the Little Lake Creek, the dam creates a surface area of 5 acres and serves a drainage area of 82 square miles.

Despite its recreational function, Collins Lake Dam-Sect 31 is classified as having a high hazard potential, although its condition has not been officially rated. The dam does not fall under state regulation or inspection, raising concerns about its safety and maintenance. With no emergency action plan or updated contact information, there are uncertainties about the preparedness of the dam in case of a potential hazard event.

Enthusiasts of water resources and climate may find Collins Lake Dam-Sect 31 a fascinating subject for further investigation, given its historical completion date and high hazard potential. The lack of state regulation and inspection raises questions about the dam's safety and maintenance practices, highlighting the importance of proper monitoring and emergency preparedness for infrastructure of this nature. Further research into the dam's risk assessment and management measures could provide valuable insights into its resilience and potential vulnerabilities.

Year Completed

1971

Dam Height

25

River Or Stream

LITTLE LAKE CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

5

Drainage Area

82

Nid Storage

67

Structural Height

25

Hazard Potential

High

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

25
       
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Condition Assessment

Satisfactory
No 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

High
Dams 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.