Silver Oaks Lake Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 19, 2025

Silver Oaks Lake Dam, located in Stone County, Missouri, is a privately owned structure with a core type of Buttress design.


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Summary

Standing at a height of 30 feet and with a hydraulic height of 19 feet, the dam serves the primary purpose of water storage, with a normal storage capacity of 15.8 acre-feet and a maximum storage of 99 acre-feet. The dam, completed in an unspecified year, spans a length of 370 feet and covers a surface area of 2.5 acres, with a drainage area of 571 square miles.

Despite being unlisted by state regulators, the dam is classified as having a high hazard potential due to its structural design and location. The spillway type is uncontrolled, and the outlet gates are also uncontrolled, posing potential risks in case of emergencies. The risk assessment for Silver Oaks Lake Dam is rated as moderate, with a DSAC assigned date yet to be determined. While the condition of the dam is currently not rated, it is crucial for water resource and climate enthusiasts to monitor and address any potential risks associated with this structure to ensure the safety of surrounding areas and the environment.

Dam Length

370

Dam Height

30

River Or Stream

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Surface Area

2.5

Hydraulic Height

19

Drainage Area

571

Nid Storage

99

Outlet Gates

Uncontrolled

Hazard Potential

High

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

30
       
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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.