Lac Veron Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Lac Bourbon Dam Lac Shayne Dam
Last Updated: December 17, 2025
Lac Veron Dam, located in Leadwood, Missouri, is a privately owned structure that serves as a recreational area for water resource and climate enthusiasts.
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Summary
Completed in 1977, this earth dam stands at 39 feet tall and stretches 400 feet in length, with a storage capacity of 135 acre-feet. Situated on a tributary of Big River, the dam is regulated by the DAM AND RESERVOIR SAFETY PROG in Missouri.
Despite its satisfactory condition assessment, Lac Veron Dam is classified as having a high hazard potential, emphasizing the importance of regular inspections and maintenance. With a moderate risk assessment score of 3, it is crucial for emergency preparedness and risk management measures to be in place. The dam's spillway width of 140 feet and uncontrolled spillway type further highlight the need for continued monitoring and oversight to ensure the safety of the surrounding area.
Year Completed |
1977 |
Dam Length |
400 |
Dam Height |
39 |
River Or Stream |
TRIBUTARY BIG RIVER |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
8 |
Drainage Area |
36 |
Nid Storage |
135 |
Structural Height |
39 |
Outlet Gates |
None |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
39 |
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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.
Lac Veron Dam