Lakewood Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 6, 2025

Lakewood Dam, located in Jefferson City, Missouri, was completed in 1960 and serves primarily for irrigation purposes.


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Summary

With a height of 26 feet and a storage capacity of 56 acre-feet, this earth dam on the TR-NEIGHORN BR-MOREAU RIVER is essential for supporting agricultural activities in the region. Despite being privately owned, the dam has a high hazard potential, although its condition assessment remains unrated.

The dam's location in Cole County, Missouri, within the St. Louis District, highlights its importance in water resource management for the area. While the dam does not fall under state jurisdiction or regulation, its significance for irrigation and recreation cannot be understated. With a normal storage capacity of 29 acre-feet and a surface area of 4 acres, the Lakewood Dam plays a crucial role in the local water infrastructure.

For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Lakewood Dam offers a fascinating study in the intersection of human engineering and environmental impact. As a privately owned structure with a high hazard potential, its role in supporting agricultural activities while also posing potential risks underscores the delicate balance needed in managing water resources. Its completion in 1960 stands as a testament to the ongoing need for sustainable water management practices in the face of changing climate conditions.

Year Completed

1960

Dam Height

26

River Or Stream

TR-NEIGHORN BR-MOREAU RIVER

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

4

Drainage Area

110

Nid Storage

56

Structural Height

26

Hazard Potential

High

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

26
       
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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.