Mudd Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Thiele Lake Dam Maple Wood Lake Dam
Last Updated: December 17, 2025
Mudd Lake Dam, located in Chain of Rocks, Missouri, is a privately owned structure built in 1966 with a primary purpose of recreational activities.
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Summary
This earth dam stands at a height of 30 feet, providing a storage capacity of 96 acre-feet and covering a surface area of 6 acres. Despite its low hazard potential, the dam's condition assessment is marked as "Not Rated" with no recent inspection data available.
Situated on the TR Indian Camp Creek, Mudd Lake Dam serves as an essential water resource for the surrounding area, catering to the recreational needs of the community. Its location in Warren County, Missouri, falls under the jurisdiction of the Kansas City District, with no state regulation or permitting requirements. Although the dam's primary function is for recreational purposes, it also plays a role in water storage and management for the region.
As water resource and climate enthusiasts, the unique design features of Mudd Lake Dam, such as its buttress core type and unidentified foundation, present an intriguing subject for further exploration. With a normal storage capacity of 50 acre-feet and a drainage area of 125 square miles, this dam contributes to the overall water management system in the area. While its risk assessment and emergency preparedness aspects are not fully documented, the dam's presence underscores the importance of sustainable water resource practices in the face of changing climate conditions.
Year Completed |
1966 |
Dam Height |
30 |
River Or Stream |
TR INDIAN CAMP CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
6 |
Drainage Area |
125 |
Nid Storage |
96 |
Structural Height |
30 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
30 |
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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.
Mudd Lake Dam