Strothmann Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 21, 2025
Strothmann Lake Dam, located in Pacific, Missouri, was completed in 1965 and serves multiple purposes including fire protection and as a small fish pond.
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Summary
The dam is privately owned and stands at a height of 26 feet, with a storage capacity of 56 acre-feet and a normal storage level of 28 acre-feet. The dam is classified as an earth dam with a buttress core type and is considered to have a low hazard potential.
Despite being a privately owned structure, Strothmann Lake Dam falls under the jurisdiction of the Kansas City District of the US Army Corps of Engineers. The dam is situated on TR to Woods Creek and covers a surface area of 4 acres with a drainage area of 38 square miles. While the dam has not been rated for its condition, it is currently considered to be in a stable and satisfactory state. With its serene location and important functions in the local ecosystem, Strothmann Lake Dam is a significant feature for water resource and climate enthusiasts to explore and appreciate in Franklin County, Missouri.
Year Completed |
1965 |
Dam Height |
26 |
River Or Stream |
TR TO WOODS CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
4 |
Drainage Area |
38 |
Nid Storage |
56 |
Structural Height |
26 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
26 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Meramec River At Pacific
|
557cfs |
Bourbeuse River At Union
|
73cfs |
Big River At Byrnesville
|
176cfs |
Meramec River Near Eureka
|
858cfs |
Bonhomme Creek Near Ellisville
|
0cfs |
Big River Near Richwoods
|
174cfs |
Dam Data Reference
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.
Strothmann Lake Dam