Bauman Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: January 12, 2026
Bauman Lake Dam, located in MINNITH, Missouri, is a privately owned Earth dam that was completed in 1940.
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Summary
The dam serves primarily for recreational purposes and stands at a height of 34 feet, with a storage capacity of 73 acre-feet. Situated on TR-COLDWATER CREEK, the dam has a drainage area of 90 square miles and a surface area of 4 acres.
Despite its recreational focus, Bauman Lake Dam is classified as having a high hazard potential, indicating the potential risks associated with its failure. Currently, the dam's condition assessment is listed as "Not Rated," and it lacks a formal emergency action plan. The dam is not regulated or inspected by the state, and its hazard potential raises concerns for its risk management and emergency preparedness.
For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Bauman Lake Dam offers an intriguing case study of a privately owned structure with significant recreational value but also potential safety concerns. As efforts to mitigate risks and enhance emergency preparedness continue to be important topics in the realm of dam safety, the unique characteristics and challenges of Bauman Lake Dam provide valuable insights for ongoing discussions and actions within the water resource and climate community.
Year Completed |
1940 |
Dam Height |
34 |
River Or Stream |
TR-COLDWATER CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
4 |
Drainage Area |
90 |
Nid Storage |
73 |
Structural Height |
34 |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
34 |
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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.
Bauman Lake Dam