Marschke Lake Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Marschke Lake Dam, located in Camden County, Missouri, was completed in 1990 for the primary purpose of recreation.


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Summary

This private earth dam, with a height of 18 feet, holds a storage capacity of 10 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 1 acre. The dam is situated on McFarland Hollow Creek and is owned and managed by a private entity.

Despite its modest size, Marschke Lake Dam has a high hazard potential, indicating the potential risk it poses in the event of failure. The dam is currently not rated in terms of its condition assessment, and no inspection frequency or emergency action plan (EAP) details are available. However, with a moderate risk assessment rating of 3, it is essential for stakeholders to consider implementing risk management measures to ensure the safety and integrity of the dam.

As an important part of the local water resource infrastructure, Marschke Lake Dam serves as a recreational site for residents and visitors in the area. With its location in the Kansas City District and proximity to Linn Creek, the dam provides a serene setting for outdoor activities. However, given its hazard potential and moderate risk assessment, continued monitoring and maintenance of the dam are crucial to safeguarding the surrounding community and the environment.

Year Completed

1990

Dam Height

18

River Or Stream

MCFARLAND HOLLOW CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

1

Drainage Area

100

Nid Storage

10

Structural Height

18

Hazard Potential

High

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

18
       
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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.