Hidden Lake Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 6, 2025

Hidden Lake Dam, located in Maries County, Missouri, is a privately owned structure primarily used for fire protection, stock, and as a small fish pond.


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Summary

This earthen dam stands at a height of 25 feet and has a storage capacity of 54 acre-feet, with a normal storage level of 26 acre-feet. The dam sits on TR to Little Bourbeuse Creek, serving as a crucial water resource for the surrounding area.

Despite its low hazard potential, Hidden Lake Dam has not been rated for its condition, and there is no recent inspection data available. The dam does not fall under state jurisdiction or regulation, emphasizing the private ownership and management of this essential water infrastructure. With its strategic location and purpose, Hidden Lake Dam plays a vital role in ensuring water availability for fire protection and livestock in the region.

For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Hidden Lake Dam offers an intriguing insight into the management of small-scale water infrastructure in rural areas. The dam's significance for fire protection and stock maintenance, coupled with its unregulated status, presents a unique case study for understanding water resource management on a local scale. Further research and assessment of Hidden Lake Dam could provide valuable insights into the sustainability and resilience of such structures in the face of changing climate conditions.

Dam Height

25

River Or Stream

TR TO LITTLE BOURBEUSE CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

4

Drainage Area

90

Nid Storage

54

Structural Height

25

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

25
       
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Dam Data Reference

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.