Ryder Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Highway Lake Dam Bubbling Springs Dam
Last Updated: March 4, 2026
Ryder Lake Dam, located in Dent, Missouri, was completed in 1972 and serves as a recreational facility with a primary purpose of providing leisure activities for water enthusiasts.
Summary
The dam stands at a height of 28 feet and has a storage capacity of 105 acre-feet, with a normal storage level of 50 acre-feet. Situated on TR DRY FORK river, the dam covers a surface area of 7 acres and is surrounded by a drainage area of 74 square miles.
Owned privately, Ryder Lake Dam is classified as an earth dam with a buttress core type and a low hazard potential. Although not regulated by the state, the dam's condition assessment is currently listed as "Not Rated," indicating a need for further evaluation. While the dam does not have an Emergency Action Plan in place, it continues to serve as a key recreational spot for the local community, offering opportunities for boating, fishing, and other water-related activities. Environmental and climate enthusiasts may find Ryder Lake Dam an interesting site for exploring the intersection of water resource management and leisure recreation in Missouri.
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Year Completed |
1972 |
Dam Height |
28 |
River Or Stream |
TR DRY FORK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
7 |
Drainage Area |
74 |
Nid Storage |
105 |
Structural Height |
28 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
28 |
Seasonal Comparison
5-Day Hourly Forecast Detail
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Meramec River At Cook Station
|
135cfs |
Little Piney Creek At Newburg
|
122cfs |
Meramec River Near Steelville
|
865cfs |
Gasconade River At Jerome
|
1270cfs |
Big Piney Below Ft. Leonard Wood
|
229cfs |
Big Piney River Near Big Piney
|
195cfs |
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.
Ryder Lake Dam