Hudson Lake Dam (Shallow) Reservoir Report
Nearby: Absher Lake Dam Kool Breeze Ridge Dam
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Hudson Lake Dam (Shallow) in Perry, Missouri, is a private facility primarily designed for debris control along the TR Cedar Fork river.
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Summary
This earth dam, with a height of 25 feet, serves multiple purposes including fire protection, stock pond, and small fish pond. Its storage capacity is 54 acre-feet, providing a surface area of 4 acres and draining an area of 230 acres. Despite its low hazard potential and not being state-regulated, the dam has not been rated for its condition assessment.
Located in St. Marys and managed by a private owner, Hudson Lake Dam is designed as an earth dam with a buttress core type. It was completed at an unknown date and has a normal storage capacity of 25 acre-feet. While the dam does not have a spillway or outlet gates, it serves as an important structure for managing debris and protecting the surrounding area from potential hazards. With no recent inspections or emergency action plans in place, there is a need for further assessment and risk management measures to ensure the safety and integrity of the dam.
Despite its unregulated status and low hazard potential, Hudson Lake Dam plays a crucial role in debris control and water management in the region. With its multiple purposes and storage capacity, the dam provides valuable benefits for fire protection, stock pond, and small fish pond activities. Moving forward, it is essential for the private owner to prioritize regular inspections, maintenance, and emergency preparedness to safeguard the dam and surrounding community from potential risks and ensure its long-term functionality.
Dam Height |
25 |
River Or Stream |
TR CEDAR FORK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
4 |
Drainage Area |
230 |
Nid Storage |
54 |
Structural Height |
25 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
25 |
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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.
Hudson Lake Dam (Shallow)