Burton Duenke Dam #6 Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Burton Duenke Dam #6, located in Camden County, Missouri, along the Osage River, was completed in 1974 by BW DUENICE DEV.CO.


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Summary

This private dam serves multiple purposes, including recreation and water supply, with a primary focus on recreational activities. The dam stands at a height of 42 feet and has a length of 350 feet, providing a storage capacity of 50 acre-feet and a surface area of 2 acres.

Despite its age, Burton Duenke Dam #6 has been well-maintained and is in satisfactory condition, with a low hazard potential. The dam is regulated by the Missouri Dam and Reservoir Safety Program, ensuring regular inspections and enforcement of safety measures. In the event of an emergency, the dam has an established Emergency Action Plan, although details on its preparation and compliance with guidelines are not specified in the available data. Overall, the risk assessment for the dam is moderate, indicating a level of precaution and management in place to address potential risks.

Burton Duenke Dam #6 offers a serene recreational environment for water resource and climate enthusiasts to enjoy, with its picturesque location and opportunities for outdoor activities. While the dam may not be as widely recognized as some larger structures, its significance in providing water supply and recreation to the local community cannot be overlooked. With its satisfactory condition, low hazard potential, and moderate risk assessment, Burton Duenke Dam #6 stands as a testament to responsible dam management and the importance of maintaining infrastructure for both practical and leisure purposes.

Year Completed

1974

Dam Length

350

Dam Height

42

River Or Stream

TR-OSAGE RIVER

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

2

Drainage Area

33

Nid Storage

50

Structural Height

42

Outlet Gates

None

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

42
       
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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.