Reed Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Mononame 352 Holiday Lake Dam
Last Updated: December 26, 2025
Reed Lake Dam, also known as Hudson Lake Dam, is a private dam located in Crawford, Missouri, completed in 2001 with a primary purpose of fire protection, stock, or small fish pond.
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Summary
Standing at a height of 34.6 feet and a length of 630 feet, the dam serves as a crucial water resource for the area, providing a storage capacity of 80 acre-feet. Situated on the TRIB HUZZAH CREEK, the dam plays a significant role in regulating water levels and ensuring water availability for various purposes.
Despite being privately owned, Reed Lake Dam is not regulated or inspected by state agencies, raising concerns about its hazard potential and risk management. The dam has a significant hazard potential, with a moderate risk assessment rating, but the condition assessment as of August 2017 reported it as satisfactory. With a spillway width of 20 feet and uncontrolled spillway type, the dam poses potential risks to downstream areas in the event of a breach or overflow. Measures for emergency action planning and risk mitigation are lacking, highlighting the need for improved safety protocols and monitoring.
With its strategic location and vital role in water resource management, Reed Lake Dam serves as a focal point for water resource and climate enthusiasts. The dam's contribution to fire protection, stock, and recreational activities underscores its importance in the local ecosystem. However, the lack of state regulation and inspection, coupled with its significant hazard potential, call for increased attention to safety measures and risk management to ensure the long-term sustainability and resilience of the dam and the surrounding environment.
Year Completed |
2001 |
Dam Length |
630 |
Dam Height |
34.6 |
River Or Stream |
TRIB HUZZAH CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
4.3 |
Drainage Area |
40 |
Nid Storage |
80 |
Structural Height |
47 |
Outlet Gates |
None |
Hazard Potential |
Significant |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
47 |
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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.
Area Campgrounds
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Red Bluff
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Hazel Creek
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Hazel Creek Campground
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Reed Lake Dam