Black Lake Dam Reservoir Report
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Last Updated: December 18, 2025
Black Lake Dam in Perry, Missouri is a private earth dam completed in 1977 for irrigation purposes.
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Summary
With a height of 15 feet and a storage capacity of 96 acre-feet, the dam sits on the TR West Lick river and serves a drainage area of 37 square miles. Despite its low hazard potential, the dam is not rated for its condition and has not been inspected recently.
Located in Audrain County, Missouri, Black Lake Dam stands as a vital resource for water management in the region. Owned privately, the dam contributes to agricultural activities by providing irrigation water from its 96-acre storage capacity. With its primary purpose being irrigation, the dam's design and construction have supported the local community's water needs for over four decades.
As a significant water infrastructure in the area, Black Lake Dam represents the intersection of water resource management and climate resilience. While its condition may not be officially assessed, the dam's role in supporting agricultural activities highlights the importance of sustainable water management practices in the face of changing climatic conditions.
Year Completed |
1977 |
Dam Height |
15 |
River Or Stream |
TR WEST LICK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
12 |
Drainage Area |
37 |
Nid Storage |
96 |
Structural Height |
15 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
15 |
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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.
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