Bartlett's Fishing Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Bill Silliman Dam Dexter Noname
Last Updated: January 3, 2026
Bartlett's Fishing Lake Dam, located in Dexter, Missouri, was completed in 1969 with a primary purpose of recreation.
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Summary
This private earth dam stands at a height of 20 feet and has a storage capacity of 107 acre-feet, with a surface area of 10 acres and a drainage area of 50 acres. The dam is associated with the TR-Dudley Main Ditch-Cane Creek, and is under the jurisdiction of the state of Missouri.
Despite being privately owned, Bartlett's Fishing Lake Dam presents a high hazard potential, although its condition assessment is currently not rated. The last inspection date was in December 1980, with an inspection frequency of 0. The dam does not have an Emergency Action Plan (EAP) in place, and other risk management measures are also unspecified.
For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Bartlett's Fishing Lake Dam offers a unique opportunity to explore the intersection of private ownership and public safety in dam management. With its proximity to the TR-Dudley Main Ditch-Cane Creek, this recreational dam presents both opportunities for enjoyment and potential risks that need to be addressed through comprehensive risk management strategies.
Year Completed |
1969 |
Dam Height |
20 |
River Or Stream |
TR-DUDLEY MAIN DITCH-CANE CK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
10 |
Drainage Area |
50 |
Nid Storage |
107 |
Structural Height |
20 |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
20 |
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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.
Bartlett's Fishing Lake Dam