Yacovelli Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 17, 2025
Yacovelli Lake Dam in Iron Dale, Missouri, is a privately owned earth dam that serves primarily for recreation purposes.
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Summary
The dam, located on Dry Creek, has a height of 20 feet and a storage capacity of 139 acre-feet. With a surface area of 13 acres and a drainage area of 1300 acres, the dam provides a picturesque and serene setting for outdoor enthusiasts to enjoy.
Despite its recreational value, Yacovelli Lake Dam has a high hazard potential, indicating the potential risk associated with its condition. The dam is not currently rated for its condition, and there is no information available regarding its last inspection date or emergency action plan preparation. The dam's hazard potential underscores the importance of regular maintenance and monitoring to ensure the safety of the surrounding community and ecosystem.
As a privately owned structure, Yacovelli Lake Dam falls outside the jurisdiction of state regulatory agencies and does not receive federal funding or oversight. The dam's status as a private entity highlights the responsibility that falls on its owners to maintain and manage the structure effectively. Water resource and climate enthusiasts interested in the intersection of recreation and infrastructure will find Yacovelli Lake Dam an intriguing case study of a privately owned dam in Missouri.
Dam Height |
20 |
River Or Stream |
DRY CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
13 |
Drainage Area |
1300 |
Nid Storage |
139 |
Structural Height |
20 |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
20 |
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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.
Yacovelli Lake Dam