Lake Tanglewood South Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 6, 2025

Lake Tanglewood South Dam in Cape Girardeau, Missouri, stands as a vital recreational resource for water and climate enthusiasts.


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Summary

Built in 1970, this earth dam towers at 31 feet high, offering a picturesque setting for outdoor activities. With a storage capacity of 50 acre-feet and a surface area of 3 acres, the dam provides a serene escape for visitors seeking to connect with nature.

Despite its high hazard potential, Lake Tanglewood South Dam has not been rated for its condition, presenting a potential area for further assessment and improvement. The dam's primary purpose of recreation underscores its importance in providing a safe and enjoyable environment for the community. The dam's location on TR-Juden Creek adds to its appeal, offering a tranquil spot for fishing, boating, and other water-related activities.

While the dam has not been inspected since 1980, its significance as a recreational hub calls for continued monitoring and maintenance to ensure the safety of both visitors and the surrounding environment. As a private-owned structure, Lake Tanglewood South Dam serves as a reminder of the importance of responsible stewardship in managing water resources for future generations of water and climate enthusiasts to enjoy.

Year Completed

1970

Dam Height

31

River Or Stream

TR-JUDEN CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

3

Drainage Area

60

Nid Storage

50

Structural Height

31

Hazard Potential

High

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

31
       
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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.