Becker Lake Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 8, 2025

Becker Lake Dam, located in Gasconade, Missouri, is a privately owned earth dam completed in 1964 with a primary purpose of fire protection, stock, or small fish pond.


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Summary

The dam has a height of 30 feet and a storage capacity of 48 acre-feet, serving a drainage area of 50 square miles. Situated on TR-Third Creek, the dam also supports recreational activities in the area.

Despite its low hazard potential and not being regulated by the state, Becker Lake Dam plays a crucial role in water resource management and ecosystem support in the region. With a surface area of 3 acres, the dam provides essential water storage for fire protection and irrigation purposes while also creating a habitat for small fish populations. Its location in Owensville, Missouri, offers a scenic setting for outdoor enthusiasts to enjoy recreational activities such as fishing and boating.

While the dam's condition assessment is currently not rated, its operational significance in providing water storage and supporting local wildlife underscores the importance of regular maintenance and monitoring. With a focus on safety and environmental conservation, Becker Lake Dam stands as a vital infrastructure for water resource management in Gasconade County, Missouri, contributing to the overall sustainability of the region's water supply and ecosystem health.

Year Completed

1964

Dam Height

30

River Or Stream

TR-THIRD CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

3

Drainage Area

50

Nid Storage

48

Structural Height

30

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

30
       
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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.